Research Integrity

The Research Integrity Office is responsible for assessing allegations to determine whether they fall within the definition of research misconduct and whether the allegation is sufficiently credible and specific to warrant an investigation.

Learn more about what activities constitute research misconduct and Virginia Tech’s process for reviewing research misconduct allegations.

Policies and Procedures

• Policy 13020:  Misconduct in Research
• Detailed Procedures for Responding to Allegations of Misconduct in Research
• Misconduct Procedures Flow Chart

Additional Resources

• "The Lab: Avoiding Research Misconduct" is now available for viewing on the web site of the Office of Research Integrity, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. To participate in this interactive experience, go to http://ori.hhs.gov/TheLab