To strengthen trust in our research and ensure the quality of our results, fortiss—like many universities, colleges, and non-university research institutions in Germany—has committed to complying with the Deutschen Forschungsgemeinschaft DFG guidelines for safeguarding good scientific practice. This code not only provides a valuable framework for conducting research but also promotes integrity, transparency, and responsibility within our scientific community. It is legally binding for all individuals engaged in scientific or non-scientific activities at fortiss.
Guidelines of fortiss GmbH to ensure good scientific practice - German
As a research institution, we are committed to the highest ethical and professional standards. Our Code of Conduct serves as a guideline for all members of our community, ensuring that we foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for research, teaching, and collaboration.
We invite you to review our full Code of Conduct and join us in creating an environment defined by integrity, respect, and excellence.
fortiss Code of Conduct - English
As a research institution, we are dedicated to promoting gender equality. Our Gender Equality Plan serves as a strategic framework to ensure equal opportunities and foster diversity across all areas of our organization.
Gender Equality Plan - English
Adherence to legal regulations and internal compliance rules is a top priority for fortiss GmbH. In order to identify unethical behavior at an early stage and take action against it, we would therefore like to give any person the opportunity to report information on violations of laws and regulations. This applies to all reports within the scope of the Whistleblower Protection Act. We want to encourage openness and offer a safe discussion via our whistleblower system. You can use our web solution to report your information openly with your name, but also anonymously. You can access the portal via the link below:
https://fortiss.rexx-hr.com/whistleblowing/
We process all reports carefully and in accordance with a standardized procedure in line with our internal guidelines and the legal requirements and in compliance with confidentiality and the applicable data protection regulations.
Thank you for your trust and support!