Research and Knowledge Exchange environment

The Research Ethics Policy and Procedures are grounded in the University’s three core values of Compassion, Individuals Matter and Spirituality; our policy enacts these values in relation to research. Our work places a strong emphasis on research integrity: researchers are expected to act with honesty, care and respect, in a transparent, rigorous and accountable way, guided by relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

The research ethics review process is peer-led, intended to be constructive and to strengthen research practice. We are committed to training, supporting staff and research students to consider research ethics and integrity throughout the lifecycle of a project, and promote researcher reflexivity.

Find out more about our Research Ethics

• Read our full Research Ethics Policy and Procedures
• Read the University's Ethics annual statement 2022

Contact us

For queries regarding research ethics, contact Dr Samantha Scallan, Chair of University Research Ethics Committee.

Research integrity is overseen by Professor Emile Bojesen, Director of Research and Innovation.

The Research and Innovation Centre (formerly Research and Knowledge Exchange Centre) develops RKE Strategy across the University and coordinates the University's REF and KEF/HE-BCI submissions. Members of the R&I team work closely with colleagues across the institution, e.g. Open Access, as well as with external partners. The R&I Centre is proud holder of the Vitae HR Excellence in Research Award.

The R&I Centre provides support, development and administration in:

• External and internal funding for research and knowledge exchange activity
• Knowledge Exchange, including consultancy, contract research, short course development and collaborative projects with non-HE partners
• Research Ethics and Research Integrity
• Public Engagement with Research
• Research Degrees

The University has recently published its new Strategic Plan 2023-28 and the Research and Innovation team are currently developing an enabling strategy that will help deliver the institution's key aims and ambitions.

The University has been investing heavily in state-of-the-art research, teaching, innovation and knowledge exchange facilities.

Explore our excellent facilities

Our Institutional Repository showcases the excellent research undertaken across the University, including prizes, output, projects and other activities. It alo features a world map visualising our international collaborations, which span the globe.

Explore our Open Access Repository.

Professor Emile Bojesen, Director of Research and Innovation

Prof. Inga Bryden, Head of Research Environment and Impact

Dr Samantha Scallan, Chair of University Research Ethics Committee