Ethical Conduct
Committed to excellence in research practices
Ethical conduct of research, as described in the Tri-Agency Framework, is a commitment by researchers to honest and thoughtful inquiry, rigorous analysis, dissemination of research results and adherence to the highest professional standards in order to create a positive and productive research environment. In practical terms, this principle involves:
- conducting research involving humans in an ethical manner
- ensuring proper animal care and use
- engaging in research integrity practices around data management, supervision and attribution
- safe and responsible handling and use of hazardous materials required for research purposes
- ensuring that research involving Indigenous peoples and communities is premised on respectful relationships
At Dalhousie University, we are committed to providing support and guidance to the research community in each of the four key areas listed above. The Tri-Agency Framework and Dalhousie’s research policies and procedures work in concert to provide resources and training to the research community. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of all researchers to follow best research practices in their pursuit and subsequent dissemination of knowledge.
Questions?
For any questions concerning Dalhousie’s role in promoting the ethical conduct of research, please contact the Office of the Vice-President Research & Innovation.
Interested in learning more?
Key contacts
Research Integrity
| Jennifer Bain Associate Vice President Research 902-494-7102 Jennifer.Bain@dal.ca |
Research Ethics
| Catherine Connors Director 902-494-1462 catherine.connors@dal.ca |
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| Angela Hersey Manager, Research Ethics Social Sciences and Humanities 902-494-3423 angela.hersey@dal.ca |
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| Hillary Ferguson Manager, Research Ethics Health Sciences 902-431-0169 Email: hillary.ferguson@dal.ca |
Animal Care & Use
| Dr. Chris Harvey-Clark University Veterinarian charveyc@dal.ca |
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| Jennifer Wipp Coordinator/UCLA Administrator Phone: 902-494-1270 Fax: 902-494-1516 UCLA@dal.ca |
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| Dr. Jennifer Devitt UCLA Training Coordinator Phone: 902-494-8507 Fax: 902-494-1516 jennifer.devitt@dal.ca |
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| Cheryl Paris Research Officer, Animal Care Coordinator Dalhousie Agricultural Campus Phone: 902-893-2635 Fax: 902-893-3430 cheryl.paris@dal.ca |
Indigenous Research
| Zane Sylliboy Indigenous Research Facilitator Phone: 902-431-1734 Email: IndigenousResearch@dal.ca |
Biohazardous Material
| Jerry Aguinaga Director Environmental Health and Safety Office Phone: 902-494-1241 Email: jerry.aguinaga@dal.ca |
Questions?
For any questions concerning Dalhousie’s role in promoting the responsible conduct of research, please contact the Office of the Vice-President Research & Innovation.