Ethics and compliance
The Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research and National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research 2007 are key documents which guide and influence the way research is conducted and managed. Both documents place greater emphasis on institutional responsibilities and accountability in the conduct of ethical research and more clearly outline the responsibilities of researchers.
- Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research (PDF 508kb, download Adobe Acrobat) - formerly the NHMRC/AVCC Statement and guidelines on research practice
- National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research 2007 (PDF file, 777kb) - endorsed March 2007
The University has responded to the Australian Code and the National Statement by firstly establishing an institutional governance framework with the Research Integrity, Accountability and Compliance Committee (RIACC) as an overarching committee reporting to Academic Board. This more structured and accountable governance framework will enable the University to oversee research ethics, integrity and compliance issues and deal with those that require an institutional response.
Media releases and speeches
August 2008
- New guidelines improve animal wellbeing - National Health and Medical Research Council's media release 18 August
February 2008
- Rights and obligations of scientists and researchers - Senator Kim Carr's speech 22 February
- Government re-affirms charters to protect independence of publish research agencies - Senator Kim Carr's media release 22 February