Common use of Scientific Integrity Clause in Contracts

Scientific Integrity. ‌ The USDA Department-wide scientific integrity policy is located in Departmental Regulation (DR) 1074-001. All contractors, cooperators, partners, permittees, lessees, grantees, and volunteers, who engage or assist in the activities identified in Section 3a(2)(a) through (c) on behalf of USDA, are expected to uphold the established principles of scientific integrity described in the DR. Any express requirements will be set forth in the agreement statement of work, as applicable. Research institutions that receive allegations of research misconduct involving USDA-funded extramural research should refer to Title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 422.

Appears in 3 contracts

Sources: Grant Agreement, Grant Agreement, Grant Agreement