Print versionFor negotiation and preparation of research contracts, to assert the University's interests in relation to issues such as intellectual property, the protection of student interests, and academic publication.
Further information
Instruction Sheet for Research Agreements
An electronic Instruction Sheet for research contracts and agreements.
About Contract Research
Confidentiality - Consideration should be given to whether there will be a need to divulge confidential information belonging to either the University or the sponsor/industry collaborator during the negotiation/applicat...
Process for obtaining contractual documentation for research projects
Consideration should be given to whether there will be a need to divulge confidential information belonging to either the University or the sponsor during the negotiation/application stage and if so, whether a confidentiality agreement is...
The University of Queensland intellectual property policy - staff and students
This document aims to provide a policy framework for how intellectual property associated with the output of staff and students is administered within the University of Queensland
Legal Guidelines
These guidelines deal with various legal issues arising from the negotiation of research contracts and the assertion of UQ policy and interest in relation to intellectual property such as patents, confidential information, student project involvement, ...
Higher Degree Student Involvement in Research Projects
The involvement of students in research projects can be complicated legally, and must be handled carefully.