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Research integrity
Responsible research with trusted outcomes
Be part of a community where discovery is grounded in responsibility, transparency and a commitment to society.
What is research integrity?
At Deakin, research integrity goes beyond compliance: it reflects a culture where discovery is responsible, ethical and trusted. Integrity is the foundation of meaningful research, and by fostering an ethical environment, we protect the quality and credibility of our work while helping researchers, students and partners thrive with confidence.
Responsible research conduct
We’re committed to the highest standards of honesty, fairness and accountability, guided by the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research. These principles shape how we design, conduct and share discoveries at Deakin.
Research integrity concerns
Transparency is essential to research integrity. If you are concerned that research at Deakin doesn’t meet these standards, you can raise a concern through our Research Integrity Breaches Procedure by completing the below form.
Feedback and complaints
Feedback helps us strengthen the integrity of our research environment. If you have a concern or complaint about Deakin research projects or committee approvals, these can be lodged by filling out the form below.
Open research
Openness is a key pillar of responsible research at Deakin, and it underpins how we share, communicate and steward the knowledge we create. The Open Research Position Statement, endorsed by Academic Board in 2025, outlines the University's support for open access, publishing, responsible research practices and reform of academic publishing.
Contact the library about Deakin's approach to open research
Are you a current Deakin researcher?
As a member of our research community, you play a vital role in upholding responsible and ethical research practices. Access guidance on ethics, integrity and training at our Responsible Researcher Hub.
Ethics and safety in our research
Responsible research is shaped by clear ethical principles and robust safety practices that protect people, animals, communities and the environment. The sections below outline the frameworks that help ensure Deakin’s research is conducted responsibly, ethically and in accordance with national standards.
Please note: if your ethical considerations relate to the use of artificial intelligence in research, please refer to Deakin's Generative Artificial Intelligence Guidelines.
Animal ethics
Ethical and humane treatment of animals is fundamental to responsible research and teaching. Oversight by institutional Animal Ethics Committees Terms of Reference (PDF, 169KB) ensures that all work involving animals meets national standards and reflects our commitment to minimising harm and upholding integrity.
Human ethics
Respect for the rights, dignity, safety and cultural integrity of people is central to all human research. Ethical review by the Deakin University Human Research Ethics Committee Terms of Reference (PDF, 156KB) and its Institutional Faculty Human Ethics Advisory Groups ensures that research involving humans is conducted responsibly and in accordance with national guidelines.
If you are an external researcher, please note that the Deakin University Human Research Ethics Committee only reviews research conducted by Deakin staff and students.
Biosafety and biosecurity
Protecting researchers, communities and environments is essential when working with biological materials or potential hazards. Oversight by the Laboratory Biosafety Committee Terms of Reference (PDF, 102KB) ensures our practices are robust, compliant and aligned with responsible research principles.
Radiation safety
Research and teaching involving ionising radiation require strict safety controls and specialist governance. Approval and monitoring by our radiation safety officer ensure radiation is used responsibly, safely and in accordance with regulatory standards.
