Research Services

Research Compliance

Research Integrity

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

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

Enquiries about research integrity issues at La Trobe University can be made by phone 03-9479 1977 or e-mail researchintegrity@latrobe.edu.au.

Special Note: Seminar and Conference Presentations on Research Integrity are available for down-load:

"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"

"Angst and Ethics: Towards a Common Ground for Researchers, Committees and Administrators"

"Keeping Track of Human Research Projects"

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