NDSU Research Policies
North Dakota State University (NDSU) has several key policies that significantly impact research writing for its students, faculty, and staff. These policies generally aim to uphold academic integrity, protect intellectual property, and ensure the responsible conduct of research.
Academic Honesty and Integrity
Read Policy 335Intellectual Property
Review Policy 190Responsible Conduct of Research
Read Policy 348Copyright Compliance Notice
Read the NoticeResearch Compliance
In accordance with NDSU policy, all research involving human subjects, vertebrate animals, or recombinant DNA/biohazardous materials must receive official approval from the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), or Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), respectively, prior to the commencement of any research activities. This ensures compliance with ethical guidelines and federal regulations.
It is vital that you ensure your research has been approved by the appropriate body and that you have been approved as part of the research team for the project. Any master's paper, thesis or dissertation that includes research that was not approved prior to the start of the research, or if the student has not been approved as a research team member for the project, cannot be accepted by the Graduate School or used for degree completion.
| Type of Research | Approval Committee | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Human Subjects | Institutional Review Board (IRB) | IRB website |
| Live Vertebrate Animals | Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) | IACUC website |
| Biohazards | Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) | IBC website |
Ensure that you have completed all necessary steps by following the appropriate checklist.
Human Subjects: Institutional Review Board
Live Vertebrate Animals: Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
Writing and Formatting Resources
Center for Writers
The Center for Writers (CFW) provides free writing support and instruction to all NDSU students, faculty, and staff. The center offers a variety of services to help individuals become more capable and confident writers, including:
- One-on-one consultations: Writers can schedule appointments with trained consultants to receive individualized feedback and guidance on their writing projects at any stage of the writing process.
- Workshops: The center offers workshops on various writing topics, covering research writing genres, essential skills, and specific academic documents like literature reviews and grant proposals.
- Writing Groups: These small groups provide accountability and support for individuals working on larger writing projects.
- Bootcamps: Intensive sessions, such as the Disquisition Bootcamp, are designed to help graduate students make significant progress on their dissertations, theses, or master's papers.