Scientific institutions should implemented better systems to respond to allegations of harassment, which could include an independent ombudsman, academies have said.
A advisory note from the International Council for Science’s committee on scientific conduct said that accessible, transparent and confidential reporting mechanisms are needed.
“These could be an ombudsperson, a web resource or other crisis intervention resources,” the note, published on 25 November, recommended.
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