15. Research Misconduct: Grievance Procedure

15.1 In cases of research misconduct, there may be grounds for disciplinary action against staff and students.

15.2 All alleged cases/complaints of research misconduct shall be reported in the first instance to the respective department heads. It is the responsibility of the respective Deans/Directors and/or Department Heads to inform the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation) of these allegations/complaints, with copies to the Registrar (when alleged complaints involve academic staff) and/or the Dean of Postgraduate Studies (when postgraduate students are involved) and/or the Dean (Student Development Centre) (when undergraduates are involved). Such reports or complaints shall be filed in writing.

15.3 In cases of alleged research misconduct involving Deans/Directors and Department Heads, complaints shall be filed in writing directly with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation).

15.4 Any further action involving investigation, arbitration and decision on the said complaint shall be undertaken in accordance with university staff disciplinary procedures (and where applicable, student disciplinary procedures).

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