1. US System for Addressing Research Misconduct OECD Global Science Forum Workshop on Best Practices Christine Boesz, Dr. PH Inspector General National Science Foundation

2. 2 US System for Addressing Research Misconduct One common Federal definition and process for all fields of science and engineering 26 Federal research funding agencies University process models Federal process Hallmarks of Federal / University process Confidential, Fair, Objective Consistent :  definitions  elements for finding research misconduct  process Close coordination between funding agency and University Distinct phases: inquiry, investigation, adjudication, appeal

3. 3 US System – University Role Universities primarily responsible for detecting and preventing research misconduct Uphold integrity of system Respond to allegations US rely on Universities to conduct investigations Size of awardee Presence of policy Conflict of Interest issues Universities convene ad hoc committee of peers

4. 4 US System – University Role US / University apply same evaluation criteria Meet definition Substantive departure from community standards Gross negligence Preponderance of evidence Committees report to high level official University actions are local

5. 5 US System – Federal Role University provides investigative report to US Fair Objective Adequate documentation Followed procedures US is not bound by university findings Can make additional investigation Can take proactive actions to “protect Federal interests” US coordinates across international boundaries