Research

You will find policies in this section which cover the University's position on key aspects of research, including intellectual property, ethics and peer review.

Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property Policy

This policy governs the ownership of rights emanating from research of or materials produced by employees and students.

Peer Review

Peer Review Policy

This policy covers the principles of internal peer review processes for external funding applications across the University.

Human Material Research

Human Material Research Policy

The University is committed to maintaining the highest standards of respect, care and integrity in regard to its holdings of human samples.

Policy on Misconduct in Research

This policy aims to ensure that any allegations or discoveries of potential research misconduct are subject to a timely and thorough investigation.

Policy on Research Ethics

This policy provides a framework to ensure that all research is conducted in accordance with fundamental ethical principles.

Policy on Research Integrity

This policy outlines a framework to ensure that all research is conducted in accordance with good research practice.

Responsible use of Metrics in Research Assessment

Policy for the Responsible use of Metrics in Research Assessment

This policy sets out the University of Liverpool’s approach to the use of metrics in research assessment.

Consultancy Policy

The University's Consultancy Policy has been in place since 2013 and covers Consultancy, CPD and Facilities and Equipment Services. (Staff only)
Sponsorship of Research

Sponsorship of Research Policy

This policy ensures that compliance with the relevant regulations can be achieved across all of our research activities.

Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products

Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products Sponsored by the University

This policy outlines the minimum requirements for CTIMPs sponsored by the University, in order to comply with The Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004.

Research Data Management Policy

This policy sets out the principles that should be followed by University staff and students in the creation, collection and curation of research data.

Funder Open Access Policies

Staff should familiarise themselves with any Open Access policy that applies to their work.