NMU's Compliance Database - Northern Michigan University
National Science Foundation Research Misconduct Policies
| Reviewed By | Internal Auditor Owner |
| URL: | https://nmu.edu/sponsoredprograms/animal-subjects |
| Regulation Reference Cite | 42 U.S.C. § 1870(a): 45 C.F.R. § 689 |
| Report Due Date (Actual) | N/A |
| Level | Requirement |
| Oversight Unit | GRADUATE EDUCATION & RESEARCH |
| Person Responsible | Lisa Eckert |
| Secondary Person Responsible | |
| President / VP Level | Provost |
| Description |
A finding of research misconduct requires that there be a significant departure from accepted practices of the relevant research community; and the research misconduct be committed intentionally, or knowingly, or recklessly; and the allegation must be proven by a preponderance of evidence (45 C.F.R. § 689.2(c)). |
| Contacts and Data Sources |
| IRB and IACUC procedures: https://www.nmu.edu/grantsandcontracts/animal-subjects |
| Internal Notes |
| This compliance item has notes that are available internally to the oversight unit. Please contact the Risk Management Department for more information |