"Research misconduct” means fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism in proposing, performing, or reviewing research, or in reporting research results. Research misconduct does not include honest error or differences of opinion. It does not include disputes between inventors or owners of intellectual property, nor authorship or collaboration disputes.
In cases of allegations involving activities submitted to or supported by a federal agency, the definition and procedures for research misconduct specified in the agency's regulations will apply.
The Office of Research Integrity (ORI) supports the institution in its efforts to promote ethical conduct of research. The ORI provides educational materials and lectures to assist in educating faculty, staff, and students on federal, state, and local rules and regulations in the area of ethical research conduct.