# Research integrity and ethics

**Source**: https://www.bath.ac.uk/guides/trusted-research-guidance/
**Parent**: https://www.bath.ac.uk/topics/research-integrity-and-ethics/

# Trusted Research Guidance

## This page provides links to resources on Trusted Research.

Trusted Research guidance can help researchers have confidence in international collaborations.

Trusted Research is advice and guidance that was originally created in 2019 by the [National Protective Security Authority (NPSA)](https://www.npsa.gov.uk/) and the [National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)](https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/) to support the integrity of the system of international research collaboration.

The guidance was created in consultation with the academic sector and since 2019, the NPSA and the NCSC have continued to work collaboratively with the sector to develop further iterations of the guidance. The guidance sets out to:

- **Outline the risks** to UK research and innovation
- **Help researchers**, UK universities and industry to have confidence in international collaboration and make **informed decisions** around those potential risks
- **Explain** how to protect research and staff from potential theft, misuse or exploitation

You can [access the NPSA’s Trusted Research guidance online](https://www.npsa.gov.uk/trusted-research). You can also [find out more using the ‘Guidance for Academia’ booklet](https://www.npsa.gov.uk/trusted-research-academia). A ‘Countries and Conferences’ guidance booklet can be accessed [here](https://www.npsa.gov.uk/trusted-research-countries-and-conferences).

The NPSA have also published a series of short [Case Study Videos](https://www.npsa.gov.uk/specialised-guidance/trusted-research/implementation-scenario-videos) covering a range of trusted research scenarios.

# Trusted Research Resources

**[The Principles for Establishing International Research Collaborations](https://www.bath.ac.uk/guides/principles-for-establishing-international-research-collaborations/)** webpage outlines five key principles that guide our approach to trusted research at the university. These principles support our commitment to international collaboration, helping us benefit from diverse perspectives that enrich our knowledge and enhance the quality of our research. Specific trusted research considerations are presented on the **[Protecting you and your research](https://www.bath.ac.uk/guides/trusted-research-protecting-you-and-your-research/)** webpage.

The **[Trusted Research Portal](https://computingservices.sharepoint.com/sites/EthicsatBath/SitePages/Trusted-Research.aspx?csf=1&web=1&e=y6pFKg&CID=e8f9c6ca-4ce5-4df8-93e5-3ca90e72bf99)** is the central hub for accessing the university’s trusted research resources and support. This space is designed to help researchers navigate the complexities of secure and ethical research, the portal brings together key policies, processes, and guidance in one easily accessible space. It also features a regularly updated News section, keeping you informed of the latest developments, updates, and opportunities in the trusted research landscape.

Recordings of **[Open House Presentations](https://computingservices.sharepoint.com/sites/EthicsatBath/SitePages/Open-House-and-other-training-sessions--recordings-and-presentations.aspx)** can be accessed on the Ethics@Bath portal. There are multiple sessions on Trusted Research related topics, including specifically the **[Trusted Research, Export Control and NSI Act open house session](https://computingservices.sharepoint.com/:p:/s/ResearchGovernanceandCompliance/ETWhszX7UbVFtQ3DHiSjmyYBVqrx1LB2ZFUuax2vTVEhDg?e=Y0bbYA&wdLOR=c3A7152B0-62B3-4166-9D3F-E84357678112)**.

News

[View Trusted Research News Articles](https://computingservices.sharepoint.com/sites/EthicsatBath/SitePages/Trusted-Research.aspx?csf=1&web=1&e=y6pFKg&CID=e8f9c6ca-4ce5-4df8-93e5-3ca90e72bf99)