Legal and ethical

Even sensitive data can be shared legally and ethically if researchers use informed consent, anonymisation and controlled access to data. When working with data researchers are expected to be aware of ethical standards and comply with relevant legislation. This includes the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the data protection legislation.

The UK Data Service provides guidance on legal and ethical issues.

Support from University of Salford

• Doctoral School Hub
• Ethics and Research Governance
• Information Governance – Data Protection and GDPR
• Intellectual Property Policy

For advice and support on Intellectual Property, please contact Paul Cihlar, the Head of Commercialisation
e: p.m.cihlar@salford.ac.uk