Guidelines and Policies
Publication Policy of the University of Cologne
The University of Cologne’s Publication Guidelines are intended for researchers who publish, temporary visiting scholars, and early-career researchers.
The guidelines define the standardized spelling of the university’s name in the affiliation information for all publications. In addition, the guidelines provide information on the correct citation of other affiliations, such as faculties, institutes, and externally funded projects, as well as on how to handle dual or multiple affiliations:
Open Access Policy of the University of Cologne
The culture of science is undergoing a fundamental transformation: Open Access (OA) is changing not only the publishing landscape, but also the way in which knowledge is generated, disseminated, and used. Free access to research results promotes transparency, networking, and innovation, and strengthens the societal impact of science.
As the University of Cologne, we recognize this development and therefore explicitly support—in addition to the Guidelines for Good Scientific Practice (GWP)—the principles of Open Science and Open Access. Members of the university are required to adhere to these guidelines.
Guidelines for Handling Research Data
The goal of the policy is to improve the reproducibility and transparency of research. The University of Cologne also commits to supporting researchers in handling research data by providing information infrastructure, advisory services, and continuing education opportunities.
Principles and Recommendations
Good Scientific Practice at the University of Cologne
Guidelines of the German Research Foundation (DFG)
Recommendations of the German Association of University Professors and Lecturers
Contact
Ralf Depping
Forschungs- und Publikationsunterstützung