Research Services

Research Compliance

Research Integrity

Best practice in research at Australian universities is governed by the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research 2007. The 'Code of Conduct' describes the principles and practices of research integrity and provides a framework for research misconduct.

The following links offer further information on La Trobe University research integrity procedures:

Enquiries regarding research integrity at La Trobe University can be made by phone 03-9479 1443 or e-mail researchintegrity@latrobe.edu.au.

Seminar and Conference Presentations on Research Integrity are available for download:

"Research Code: Presentation by Stuart Andrews"

"The Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research I: Case Studies"

"The Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research II: La Trobe Requirements"

"Understanding the Environment: Being a Professional Researcher in the Era of National Codes"

"Keeping Track of Human Research Projects"

Research Compliance Unit staff are available to present seminars or workshops on research ethics and integrity for your department or research group upon request. Please refer to the contact details above to find out more.