The University takes allegations of research misconduct very seriously. Our procedure outlines the process we follow when we receive allegations.
Procedure for the Investigation of an Allegation of Research Misconduct
On 12 February 2026, the University approved an updated Procedure.
The Procedure applies where there is an allegation of Research Misconduct against any person:
- undertaking research either as
- a member of or
- whilst connected to a University institution or
- using University facilities or funding.
Read the Procedure for the Investigation of an Allegation of Research Misconduct (PDF 485 KB)
The updated Procedure applies to allegations received from 12 February 2026.
Previous versions are available below:
- University Procedure for the Investigation of an Allegation of Research Misconduct (23 February 2024) (PDF 357.82 KB)
- University Misconduct in Research Policy
University contact points
For information or advice relating to research integrity matters, please contact:
- Dr Rhys Morgan
- Head of Policy, Integrity and Governance (University's Research Governance and Integrity Officer)
- Email: rhys.morgan@admin.cam.ac.uk
- Professor Sir John Aston
- Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research
- Email: researchintegrity@admin.cam.ac.uk.
To make or raise a concern regarding research integrity, please contact:
- Dr Rhys Morgan
- Head of Policy, Integrity and Governance (University's Research Governance and Integrity Officer)
- Email: Rhys.morgan@Admin.cam.ac.uk
- Email researchintegrity@admin.cam.ac.uk or
- Where applicable, raise the concern through the University's Whistleblowing Policy.
UKRIO resources
- UKRIO Reporting research misconduct
- UKRIO Advisory Service - free confidential guidance on reporting a specific concern