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Research policies

The University has a wide range of research-related policies from good research practice, conflicts of interest to open access outputs, setting out expectations from researchers and support provided by the University.

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Conflict of Interest policy

This Policy sets out the University's objectives and responsibilities for conflicts of interest, and the arrangements it has adopted to manage them.

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Research ethics policy

University of Oxford is a world-leading institution dedicated to advancing knowledge through rigorous, innovative, and socially responsible research.

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RDM policy requirements

Information about researchers' data management responsibilities, and the support provided by the University.

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Animal research

The University of Oxford is one of the world’s leading centres for biomedical research. Research using animals is a small part of the University’s overall programme of research.

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