EDUC Retreat: New Ethical Challenges in Research. Emerging Ethical Challenges in Research and the Advancement of Good Practices

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EDUC Retreat: New Ethical Challenges in Research.
Emerging Ethical Challenges in Research and the Advancement of Good Practices

Castellón, 25–29 May 2026

Conference Hall of the Doctoral School

Universitat Jaume I

The EDUC Retreat at Universitat Jaume I is a 5-day professional gathering designed for PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers from across the EDUC Alliance. This retreat will focus on the emerging ethical challenges in contemporary research and will explore how good practices, responsible conduct, and ethical frameworks can be developed and strengthened across disciplines.

Through a dynamic mix of interactive workshops, discussions, and networking activities, participants will share insights, build new connections, and reflect on key ethical issues shaping research today. The event offers a unique space for deepening professional engagement, expanding academic networks, and fostering collaborative approaches to current and future research challenges."

More info:

Information Contact: jaramill@uji.es
Application Deadline: 8th of May 2026

Application Link:

Application Contact: jaramill@uji.es
Permalink: https://courses.educalliance.eu/course/703

Program

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Monday 25 May – Welcome and General Framework

10:00	Opening of the retreat and presentation of its objectives Eva Camacho, Vice-Rector for International Relations Mercè Correa, Head of the Doctoral School Ramón A. Feenstra, Event Coordinator Conference Hall of the Doctoral School, Universitat Jaume I (FF0008CC)
10:15 - 11:30	Plenary Lecture Research Ethics in the Age of Competitive Science: From Words to Deeds José Félix Lozano, Universitat Politècnica de València and member of the Spanish Committee for Research Ethics Conference Hall of the Doctoral School, Universitat Jaume I (FF0008CC)
11:30 - 12:00	Coffee Break
12:00 - 13:00	Welcome Visit to the University Organised by the Office of the Vice-Rector for International Relations in collaboration with Castelló City Council

Tuesday 26 May – Research Ethics and Integrity

9:30 - 11:30	Plenary Lecture Erosion of Scientific Integrity Fuelled by Quantitative Evaluation Metrics Johannes Gierschner, Madrid Institute for Advanced Studies, IMDEA Nanoscience Conference Hall of the Doctoral School, Universitat Jaume I (FF0008CC)
11:30 - 12:00	Coffee Break
12:00 - 14:00	Plenary Lecture Responsible Use of AI in Research Magnus Skytterholm Egan, University of South-Eastern Norway Conference Hall of the Doctoral School, Universitat Jaume I (FF0008CC)
16:00 - 19:00	City Tour

Wednesday 27 May – Practical Workshops for Promoting Good Research Practices

9:00 - 16:00

Workshop 1 – Alberto Martín-Martín (University of Granada)
“Identifying and Avoiding Predatory Journals: Criteria, Red Flags and Tools”
(Seminar number: MD2210AA, Faculty of Health Sciences)
Workshop 2 – Carlos Granell (Universitat Jaume I)
“Open Science in Practice: Strategies and Resources for Transparent Research”
(Seminar number: MD2211AA, Faculty of Health Sciences)
Workshop 3 – Laura Bernal & José Traver (Universitat Jaume I)
“Responsible Project Design: Ethical Data Management and Integrity Tools”
(Seminar number: MD2212AA, Faculty of Health Sciences)
Workshop 4 – Ramón Feenstra (Universitat Jaume I)
“Responsible Authorship: Defining Contributions and Preventing Misconduct”
(Seminar number: MD2215AA, Faculty of Health Sciences)

(Groups of 20–25 students. Duration of each workshop: 60 minutes.)

Throughout the day, participants will rotate through the four workshops in groups of approximately 20–25 students. Each workshop lasts 60 minutes, with scheduled breaks between sessions. All groups will complete the full set of workshops following a rotating timetable:

13:00 - 15:00

Lunch break

Thursday 28 May – Research Ethics and Integrity

9:30 - 11:00

Plenary Lecture

Mariëtte van den Hoven, Amsterdam UMC

Conference Hall of the Doctoral School, Universitat Jaume I (FF0008CC)

11:00 - 11:30

Coffee Break

11:30 - 14:00

EDUC Partners Roundtable

Béatrice Bellini (Université Paris Nanterre):
“Ethics, Interculturality, and Transdisciplinarity in the Choice of Research Topics”
Damien Belvèze (Université de Rennes):
“How to Write and Share Replicable Research Code”
Ester Cois (Università degli Studi di Cagliari)
“Embedding Gender Responsibility in Applied Research: From Ethical Design to Societal Impact”

Conference Hall of the Doctoral School, Universitat Jaume I (FF0008CC)

Friday 29 May – Learning Through Gaming

9:00 - 10:30	Creative Workshop. “Sharing Creative Writing Practices and Ethical Critical Approaches Through a Body-in-Process Methodology”. Claudia Dell'Uomo d'Arme (Paris Nanterre University).
10:30 - 11:00	Coffee Break
11:00 - 13:00	“Show What You Have Learned!” Closing Interactive Session Library visit, Kahoot, awards, and additional activities Organised by the Universitat Jaume I Library
13:00-14:00	Final Networking Session and Closing Ceremony Closing remarks by the Vice-Rector for International Relations

Meeting Venue

The meeting will take place at Conference Hall of the Doctoral School Building of Universitat Jaume I, Campus Riu Sec, s/n 12071 Castellón de la Plana Spain

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ACCOMMODATION

HOTEL LUZ 4*

C/ Pintor Oliet, 3.
Castellón de la Plana
(Opposite station RENFE)

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Modern and functional hotel in the heart of Castellón. Just a few minutes from the city centre, with excellent transport links from Valencia and Barcelona, you will find the Hotel Luz Castellón, a modern and elegant 4-star hotel, designed to offer a perfect stay in the city. Located in the new commercial area of Castellón, between the Corte Inglés, the RENFE train station and the Jaime I University.

The Hotel has 144 spacious rooms.

We would also like to highlight the gymnasium with sauna to be able to disconnect from the working day, and a great gastronomic bet: the Aqua Restaurant, awarded with One Sun by the Respol Guide, where you can enjoy the cultural tradition of the region and the Mediterranean soul of the avant-garde cuisine.

Contact information:

Tel: +34 964 201 010 - Fax: +34 964 201011

Email: reservas@hotelluz.com - http://www.hotelluz.com

TRYP CASTELLÓN CENTER 4*

Ronda Mijares, 86
Castellón de la Plana

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Located in the centre of Castellón and only ten minutes by car from the beach, TRYP Castellón Center is the best option to stay and get to know Castellón, thanks to its privileged location, its complete and comfortable facilities and the quality of its services.

In addition, TRYP Castellón Center has 78 modern and fully equipped rooms; high speed Internet access (WiFi); gastronomic space (Breakfast Buffet/ Restaurant/ Lobby Bar); gym with sauna, for the exclusive use of our clients; spacious and bright hall with different spaces and 9 meeting rooms with a maximum capacity for 1500 people.

Contact information:

Tel: +34964342777 - Fax: +34 964 254929

Email: reservas@civishoteles.com - https://www.melia.com

HOTEL INTUR CASTELLÓN 4*

C/ Herrero, 20.
Castellón de la Plana

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Hotel Intur Castellón is located right in the centre of Castellón, 200 metres from Puerta del Sol, in the financial, commercial and cultural area of the city. Its privileged location makes it a strategic place both for those who wish to go sightseeing and for those who are in the city on business.

This 4-star hotel is characterised by its spaciousness and luminosity, thanks to the large glass dome that forms its roof. The Hotel has 120 perfectly equipped rooms, as well as 3 lounges and a very luminous covered patio, ideal for holding business meetings, conferences, weddings and other events.

Contact information:

Tel: +34 964 394 497 - Fax: +34 964 395 896

Email: reservas@intur.com - http://www.intur.com

HOTEL JAIME I CASTELLÓN 3*

C/ Ronda Mijares, 67.
Castellón de la Plana

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The Hotel Jaime I is a modern and comfortable hotel in Castellón located 5 minutes' walk from the centre of the town. The establishment is well connected by road and is 60 km from Manises Airport. It has 89 rooms and its facilities are covered with free WiFi Internet connection.

At the Hotel Jaime I you will find 89 rooms equipped with everything you need to enjoy maximum comfort and convenience. The floors are parquet and the lighting is LED. In each room you will find free WiFi Internet and a flat-screen television. The bathroom is complete with hairdryer and other amenities.

Contact information:

Tel: +34 964 2250 300 - Fax: +34 964 203 779

Email: info@hoteljaimei.com

HOTEL DOÑA LOLA

Calle Lucena, 3
Castellón de la Plana

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The Hotel Doña Lola was completely refurbished in 2008. It is located next to Ribalta Park, the green lung of the city, opposite the EL CORTE INGLES shopping centre, just 300 metres from the Castellón train and bus station and less than 1200m from the UJI, UNIVERSIDAD JAUME I DE CASTELLON. This excellent location makes it easy to get to all the city's points of interest, museums, shops, bars, cafés, the old town and monuments. Perfectly communicated with the public transport network of Castellón.

At the Hotel Doña Lola we offer you a restaurant overlooking the largest park in the city. Where you can taste the best of Mediterranean cuisine. The hotel has special menus for events, varied menus with a Mediterranean base and a wide range of daily menus to make you feel at home.

The Hotel Doña Lola has 5 paneled rooms, fully equipped with the necessary services to celebrate your business meetings or banquets, with a capacity of up to 275 people.

The hotel also has cosy flats for long stays.

Contact information:

Tel: +34 964 214 011 - Fax: +34 964 252 235

Email: info@hoteldonalola.com - http://www.hoteldonalola.com/

HOTEL NH CASTELLÓN MINDORO

C/ Moyano, 4.
Castellón de la Plana

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The NH Castellón Mindoro hotel was the first hotel to open in Castellón and is still one of the best, thanks to its recent renovation in 2015. It is just a 2-minute walk from the city's most popular attractions, such as the El Fadrí tower, the town hall and the cathedral. There are also numerous tapas bars and shops in the immediate vicinity. The beach is just a short bus ride away.

Modern, centrally located hotel close to Castellón's best tourist attractions.
Shops and restaurants within walking distance
Next to the bus stop leading to the beach.

Contact information:

Tel: +34 916 008 146 - Fax: +34 964 222 300

Email: nhmindoro@nh-hotels.com - https://nh-hoteles.es

EUROHOTEL CASTELLÓ ESTACIÓ 4*

Pintor Oliet, 9
Castellón de la Plana
(Enfrente estación RENFE)

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Located right next to Castellón Train and Bus Station, Eurohotel Castellón offers a gym, sauna, 24-hour reception and bright rooms with free Wi-Fi. It is 400 metres from Ribalta Park.

The spacious, soundproofed rooms are decorated in light colours. They all have air conditioning, satellite TV, a minibar with free bottled water, opaque windows and a modern bathroom with hairdryer.

Contact information:

Tel: +34 964 34 25 59

Email:reservas@eurohotelcastello.com - https://eurohotelcastello.com/

Registration

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