Asian J Beauty Cosmetol. 2013; 11(3): 409-415.

Series 6. Data Management

The purpose of this paper is to explore various ethical considerations related to data management such as data collection, data recording, data analysis and interpretation, data sharing. The integrity of research depends on integrity in all aspects of data management, including the collection, use, and sharing of data. Data can be defined as measurements, experiments(observations, survey) or any other primary products of research activity. These provide a factual basis for inference, conclusions, and publication. Responsible research begins with experimental design and protocol approval; it involves recordkeeping in a way that ensures accuracy and avoids bias; it guides criteria for including and excluding data from statistical analyses; and it entails responsibility for collection, use, and sharing of data. Anyone who helps in planning the study, analyzing or interpreting the research findings, publishing the results of the study, or maintaining the research has a responsibility to ensure the integrity of the data.

Keywords : Data, Data collection, Data recording, Data analysis·interpretation, Data sharing, Data management, Integrity of data