Copyright Questions / Re-use of Texts and Graphics
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Creative Commons: CC-BY - 
What does it mean?
Citation, name of the work, i.e. citation of the work, in accordance with good sci-entific practice
When can I use it?
For example: Your thesis (Bachelor, Master, PhD....).
More about Creative Commons: Creative Commons
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A "Practical guide to using Creative Commons Licences" can be found at the Wikimedia Website.
Re-Use of texts and figures
Use of tables und graphs from other publications Please check copyright if you include tables or graphs from other publications. There is no global right to do this, copyright holders are to be considered. See "Permissions" on publishers websites. You will find publishers who allow the reuse of illustrations without further asking (Examples: Seismological Society of America, AGU). Others expect you to ask for permission, but help you with a form.
