Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Governs the processing and handling of personal data in research contexts, ensuring compliance with data protection principles and subject rights
Human Tissue Act 2004: Regulates the storage, use and disposal of human tissue in research, requiring appropriate consent and licensing
Mental Capacity Act 2005: Provides framework for research involving participants who may lack capacity to consent
Clinical Trials Regulations: Governs the conduct of clinical trials and medical research, ensuring safety and ethical standards
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in research outputs, including publications and innovations
Patents Act 1977: Governs the protection of novel inventions and innovations arising from research
Trade Marks Act 1994: Protects distinctive marks, names, and symbols used in research or resulting from it
Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989: Governs formalities for creating legally binding agreements in research contexts
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates the fairness of contractual terms and limitations of liability in research agreements
Employment Rights Act 1996: Protects rights of researchers and research staff involved in the project
Equality Act 2010: Ensures non-discrimination and equal treatment in research conduct and employment
Trade Secrets (Enforcement) Regulations 2018: Protects confidential research information and know-how from unauthorized disclosure
Research Ethics Framework: Provides ethical guidelines and principles for conducting research in the UK
MHRA Guidelines: Regulatory framework for medical and healthcare product research and development
Research Council UK Guidelines: Sets standards and best practices for publicly funded research in the UK
