COVID-19 Updates

Updated: 30 June 2021

Researchers and research students are strongly encouraged to monitor the latest COVID-19 news from the NSW Government. Click here (NSW Government) for recent updates.

Latest information regarding COVID-19 and potential impacts to Macquarie University students and staff, please click here (MQ COVID Latest Information).

If you are undertaking research activities, kindly take note of the following measures (as at 28 June 2021):

• All research activities described in the list (click here for the full list of research types – select the “Research” drop-down button) conducted by MQ staff or students are subject to this update. This includes research both on and off campus, whether in facilities, laboratories, studios, clinics, partner organisations, shared or individual offices, or in the field.
• Staff who provide essential research services (e.g., on-campus animal and wet lab facilities) or staff who cannot conduct their research at home can be approved to attend campus (or to continue fieldwork in Greater Sydney) by their Executive Dean. Approval processes will be managed via ADRs or Facility Managers according to principles in place since 2020.
• On and off campus human participant research, as well as research meetings, may continue online (rather than face-to-face).
• All new outbound research-related travel is paused until further notice. Click here for details of current approvals.

Roadmap to a COVIDSafe Australia (as at 3 May 2021):

Macquarie University has developed a COVIDSafe Plan in response to the changing situation. Read for more information on the COVIDSafe approach, points of contact, and safety guidelines.

Macquarie University is committed to maintaining the highest standards of research ethics and integrity, and has thus embedded a culture of professional and responsible research practice across all disciplines and faculties. The Research Ethics and Integrity teams support and promote responsible research practices through the provision of resources, guidance and education.

Ethics, Integrity, and Policies

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  Research Integrity

  At Macquarie, we aim to promote and support responsible research practices by providing resources and guidance to our researchers.

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  Human Research Ethics

  All research with human participants must adhere to the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research (2007).

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  Animal Ethics

  We are strongly committed to supporting the care and welfare of animals; and the ethical conduct of people who work with animals for scientific research purposes.

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  Policy

  If you are intending to conduct any research at Macquarie, you must comply with a series of policies and guidelines.

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  Biosafety, biosecurity and gene technology

  Making bold discoveries means researchers need to work with hazardous materials. Read how we ensure these materials are minimised, managed and disposed of correctly.

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  Chemical

  Chemicals and substances that have the potential to harm human health, property and the environment. Find out about our induction on hazardous chemical safety.

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  Laser

  Lasers produce a high-intensity beam which can cause damage to eyes and the skin. Learn about our commitment to the safe use of laser products both on and off campus.

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  Radiation

  The ultimate aim when working with any source of radiation is to minimise the doses that staff and students receive. Read about the actions we are taking.

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  Controlled goods and technology

  The Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 protects the national interest by preventing sensitive goods and technologies from falling into the wrong hands. Learn how we are compliant.

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  Autonomous Sanction Act

  Find out how we take reasonable precautions and exercise due diligence to avoid breaching the Autonomous Sanctions Act 2011 where applicable.