Research Policies
Research Administration develops and implements system-wide research policies and procedures for NMSU. These pages provide information to guide the research community in responses to current requirements and changes in regulations and to assist in the successful conduct of research throughout the life cycle.
Administrative Rules and Procedures
The ARP communicates the rules to implement the Regents' overarching policies. ARP Chapter 11 describes Research Oversight, for efficient and effective management of institutional responsibilities and consistent with principles of shared governance.
Conflict of Interest and Conflict of Commitment
University policies and government regulations govern the management of potential conflicts in sponsored activities. Learn when and how to disclose significant financial interests and travel events related to research projects.
Data Management and Sharing
Data management plans are documents prepared by researchers to describe how the data will be shared, used, and preserved. Research Administration Services (RAS) has resources for investigators for proposal preparation, with links to the NMSU Library LibGuides Data Management Planning that includes useful details and examples to help you write your DMP, and instructions to help you deposit your data in Dryad, a non-profit repository.
Ethics Training and Coursework
This site contains information about university courses including material on ethics, seminars conducted on campus, online training courses, and other sources of authoritative guidance concerning the responsible conduct of research.
Export Control
Export Control refers to federal regulatory programs that control the transfer of technological commodities to foreign countries. NMSU is committed to compliance with export control laws and statutes, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
Research Security
Research security tools are integrated in procedures throughout the university. This page provides an overview of research connections that form components of the NMSU Research Security Plan. Visit Information Technology Services for data security, safeguarding training and resources; and the Provost Office for International Travel Procedures.
Responsible Conduct of Research Education
These pages provide guidance for use by all NMSU researchers, including faculty, staff, graduate students and undergraduate students, whether their research is or is not funded by an outside agency, or whether it is or is not intended for publication.
Safety and Risk Management in Research Activities
Specialists at Environmental Health Safety & Risk Management (EHS&RM) can assist with Chemical Safety, Radiation Safety, and other Laboratory policies, as well as training. From the EHS&RM website, you can also find resources for Emergency Planning, response procedures for chemical spills, and reporting incidents and injuries.
UAS Operations at NMSU
The UAS (drone) policy applies to operations in both indoor and exterior spaces and in connection with NMS activities, whether occurring within the United States or internationally. The UAS Safety Operations website provides guidance for purchasing, registration, insurance, and training.