Research Integrity Office

Biography

Management of the University’s Research-related Financial Conflicts of Interest Program and oversight of the Office’s commitment to Responsible Conduct of Research and Research Integrity.

The Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR) is charged with oversight responsibility for multiple regulatory compliance areas at Penn. Within the OVPR, the Research Integrity Office (RIO), led by an Associate Vice Provost for Research, has been charged by the Vice Provost for Research with management of the University’s Research-related Financial Conflicts of Interest Program and oversight of the Office’s commitment to Responsible Conduct of Research and Research Integrity. To better educate faculty, students, and staff in research regulatory requirements, the offices reporting to the OVPR also develop, implement, and oversee training and education programs.