Publication Ethics
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Human Subject Ethics
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Survey and Behavioral Ethics
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Laboratory Animals Ethics
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Research Integrity
As an internationally-respected research university, the Chinese University of Hong Kong has always sought to uphold the highest standards of research integrity. The University enjoys a proud reputation for the excellence of its teaching and research and for the integrity of its staff and students. This hard-earned reputation is an important asset. If its members fail to uphold the highest standards of research integrity, they risk tarnishing the collective reputation of the academic community and bringing the University into disrepute. The University therefore takes a severe view of research fraud and other forms of research misconduct.
CUHK’s Policy on Research
The University’s Policy on Research (click here) sets out responsibilities for research integrity and detailed procedures for investigating alleged misconduct, with disciplinary measures as appropriate, up to and including termination of employment.
To further strengthen a culture of responsible conduct of research and uphold the highest standards of research integrity, the Research Committee (RC) approved in September 2025 to include Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) as a mandatory component of the University's required training. All researchers applying for direct and external grants must complete the RCR certification. This applies to all new staff members, as well as any existing staff who are taking the training for the first time or are renewing their certifications.
The University has also developed procedures for specific types of research activity, with the aim of ensuring that the conduct of research in these areas conforms to the highest international standards. Its procedures for the conduct of clinical research involving Human Subjects, both at the University and in its associated NTEC hospitals, can be found in the Human Subject Ethics Section. Procedures for the humane treatment of laboratory animals can be found in the Laboratory Animal Ethics Section. Guidelines conforming to international best practice have also been developed for the conduct of survey and behavioural research and they can be found in the Survey and Behavioural Ethics Section. Guidelines for publication ethics can also be found in the corresponding section.
