Research Integrity

The University of Greenwich expects the highest standards in the conduct of all research undertaken in its name.

The University of Greenwich is committed to encouraging high-quality research and knowledge exchange culture, with the highest possible standards of integrity and practice.

The University expects that all research conducted by the research community adheres to the research integrity principles and commitments set out in the Concordat to Support Research Integrity (2025).

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UoG Commitments:

  1. Maintaining the highest standards of research integrity – the principles of
  2. honesty, rigour, transparency and open communication, care and respect, accountability
  3. Maintaining the highest standards of research integrity – expectations and compliance
  4. Embedding a culture of research integrity
  5. Questionable research practices and potential research misconduct
  6. Accountability and continuous improvement in research integrity

To ensure our commitment to the Concordat to Support Research Integrity, the University of Greenwich has adopted the UK Research Integrity Office (UKRIO) Code of Practice for Research. A University of Greenwich Code of Practice will be developed using the UKRIO template and will be published later this year which will be in line with our internal policy and procedures, until then the research community will need to adhere to the UKRIO Code of Practice.

Research Policies:

To support this commitment to Research Integrity, our key policies are linked below.

Research Ethics Policy

Procedures for Investigating Research Misconduct

Academic Regulations for Research Awards

Ethical Research Collaboration Policy

Open Access to Research

Researcher Guidance:

The University of Greenwich offers the UKRIO Research Integrity training course for researchers who are interested in developing their awareness of research integrity. Please note, it is currently mandatory for all PGR students, and optional for staff. The course is hosted online, and a certificate is provided upon completion. See the Researcher Development Schedules for more information on how to access.

For guidance surrounding research ethics and the university ethical approval process, please visit the Guidance on Ethical Approval page.

For initial guidance around research integrity and the use of AI in research, please visit the Greenwich Research and Innovation SharePoint (accessed only by staff members). For more in-depth guidance, visit the ILS AI Guidance Information.

For guidance around open access, and data management please visit the Scholarly Communications resources to gain access to the policy and resources.

Annual Statements on Research Integrity:

Useful Contacts and Further Information:

For any queries or guidance needed please contact the relevant team, or named individuals.

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