Research governance

Find out about how UCL expects its researchers to conduct their research and any action to be taken in response to alleged research misconduct.

UCL has adopted a set of research governance policies and procedures to support its research strategy and make sure that all research - whether carried out by staff, honorary staff, students, or individuals who collaborate in research with UCL staff and students - follows good practice and meets ethical standards.

This framework underpins UCL’s expectations for the conduct of research and defines action to be taken in the event that an individual is suspected or accused of research misconduct. Two key components of the research governance framework are UCL’s Code of Conduct for Research and UCL’s arrangements for investigating allegations of misconduct in academic research. 

The development of UCL’s research governance strategy is the responsibility of the Research, Innovation and Global Engagement Committee, chaired by the Vice-Provost (Research, Innovation and Global Engagement).

Policy documents and additional information