It is a core expectation of you as a researcher that you undertake research ethically.
Your research needs to be designed and conducted so that it protects the rights, dignity and safety of research subjects/participants and the environment and artefacts.
Research involving human participants or personal data
You will need to consider the ethical risks of your research and consult local and University policy to decide whether a formal ethical review is required.
An ethical review is a requirement of many funders and publishers for certain types of research (for example that involving human participants, human tissue, and/or personal data)
When to consider ethics
The ethics of your research should be considered throughout the research
When you're planning your research
Ensure that ethical practice is considered from the outset.
When you're applying for funding
Most funders will expect evidence that the ethical implications of the research have been considered and that ethical approval will be sought where necessary.
When you've been awarded funding and about to start your research
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During the research
Ensure that you follow
How to consider ethics and carry out ethical research
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The University’s website has guidance on research ethics and the ethical approval process.
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University Policy on the Ethics of Research Involving Human Participants and Personal Data
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Any research project involving human participants or personal data should consider whether an ethical review is required:
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Ethics committees will expect research projects to have considered key ethical principles and have appropriate procedures for handling ethical issues such as consent and conflict of interest: