All research conducted at RDNS or by RDNS staff requires review of the merit and rigour of the research proposal and protocol by the Research Review Committee and approval from the RDNS Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC). In addition, research that has any perceived or actual impact on clients, staff or resources in the clinical area requires support and sponsorship from Client Services.

The RDNS Institute welcomes approaches from research organisations or groups to collaborate with RDNS in conducting research. Initial contact can be made by email getinfo@rdns.com.au or through the office of the General Manager - RDNS Institute on  03 9536 5322.

Student’s intending to make an application to RDNS to conduct research as part of a post-graduate degree are directed  to the document “Guidelines for Researchers” on this page for advice on the application process. If you would like to access a MS Word version of the application form to type on to, please place a request at getinfo@rdns.com.au

Meeting dates of the RDNS HREC can be found on page 1 of the document “Guidelines for Researchers”.

HREC Guidelines for Researchers 2011