Definitions.

CFR · 2024-01-01 · US · Title 2

The following definitions apply to this part: (1) Receiving and processing allegations of research misconduct as assigned by the USDA RIO; (2) Informing OIG and the USDA RIO and the research institution associated with the alleged research misconduct, of allegations of research misconduct in the event it is reported to the USDA agency; (3) Ensuring that any records, documents and other materials relating to a research misconduct allegation are provided to OIG when requested; (4) Coordinating actions taken to address allegations of research misconduct with respect to extramural research with the research institution(s) at which time the research misconduct is alleged to have occurred, and with the USDA RIO; (5) Overseeing proceedings to address allegations of extramurally funded research misconduct at intramural research institutions and research institutions where extramural research occurs; (6) Ensuring that agency action to address allegations of research misconduct at USDA agencies performing extramurally funded research is performed at an organizational level that allows an independent, unbiased, and equitable process; (7) Immediately notifying OIG, the USDA RIO, and the applicable research institution if: (i) Public health or safety is at risk; (ii) USDA's resources, reputation, or other interests need protecting; (iii) Research activities should be suspended; (iv) Federal action may be needed to protect the interest of a subject of the investigation or of others potenti

official document · source cfr-2024 · id 2:§ 422.1