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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 HÂþ»­ 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 HÂþ»­â€™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 HÂþ»­â€™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
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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:Ìýhillary.ferguson@dal.ca
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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
HÂþ»­ Agricultural Campus
Phone: 902-893-2635
Fax: 902-893-3430
cheryl.paris@dal.ca
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Indigenous Research

Zane Sylliboy
Indigenous Research Facilitator
Phone: 902-431-1734
Email:ÌýIndigenousResearch@dal.ca

Biohazardous Material

Jerry Aguinaga
Director

Phone: 902-494-1241
Email: jerry.aguinaga@dal.ca
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Questions?

For any questions concerning HÂþ»­â€™s role in promoting the responsible conduct of research, please contact the Office of the Vice-President Research & Innovation.