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Table 1 Themes and subthemes

From: How do researchers acquire and develop notions of research integrity? A qualitative study among biomedical researchers in Switzerland

Themes

Subthemes

Development of sense of integrity

Early education and upbringing

Influence of researcher’s personality traits

Influence of external factors, experiences and role models

Can researchers be taught research integrity?

Yes it can be and should be taught

It can be taught but only to an extent

You either have it or you don’t

Role of research integrity training in shaping or strengthening integrity

Received formal RI training at any point in career

Awareness of training opportunities in current institution