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Part 422 — Research Institutions Conducting USDA-Funded Extramural Research; Research Misconduct

Current through Aug 17, 2026

Authority: 5 U.S.C. 301; 7 CFR 2610.1(c); Federal Policy on Research Misconduct (65 FR 76260)

Source: 89 FR 68333, Aug. 26, 2024, unless otherwise noted.

Sections

  • § 422.1 Definitions.
  • § 422.2 Procedures.
  • § 422.3 Inquiry, investigation, and adjudication.
  • § 422.4 USDA Panel to determine appropriateness of research misconduct policy.
  • § 422.5 Reservation of right to conduct subsequent inquiry, investigation, and adjudication.
  • § 422.6 Notification of USDA of allegations of research misconduct.
  • § 422.7 Notification of ARIO during an inquiry or investigation.
  • § 422.8 Communication of research misconduct policies and procedures.
  • § 422.9 Documents required.
  • § 422.10 Reporting to USDA.
  • § 422.11 Research records and evidence.
  • § 422.12 Remedies for noncompliance.
  • § 422.13 Appeals.
  • § 422.14 Relationship to other requirements.
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