Institutional Conflict of Interest in Human Subjects Research Policy Revised

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Published November 8, 2018 This content is archived.

The Institutional Conflicts of Interest in Human Subjects Research Policy, approved and signed by President Tripathi, is available in the University Policy Library

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The University at Buffalo strives to ensure that its research, teaching, public service, and other activities are not compromised or perceived as biased by business and financial considerations. The breadth of university activities and the variety of its relationships may lead to an actual or perceived institutional conflict of interest that must be resolved appropriately.

Potential institutional conflicts of interest (ICOI) must be identified promptly and managed or eliminated before any contract, sponsored project, dedicated gift, or transaction is executed; any contractual relationship is initiated; or any action is taken that might be influenced or appear to be influenced by the conflict of interest.

An ICOI may occur in human subjects research when a significant business and financial interest of UB affects or appears to affect the design, conduct, reporting, review, or oversight of human subjects research. ICOIs are of significant concern when they create the potential for inappropriate influence over a human subjects research project, particularly to the integrity of the research and the safety and care of subjects enrolled in the research. All potential ICOIs in human subjects research require disclosure, evaluation, and either management or elimination.

Policy Revisions

The policy was revised to:

•  Require disclosure of significant financial interest for all human subjects research, both funded and non-funded

•  Use the term “royalty” consistent with the SUNY Patents, Inventions, and Copyright Policy

Applicability

This policy applies to all university personnel with direct responsibility for human subjects research including administrators, faculty, and staff (covered individuals), who are in a position to make decisions, including those delegated such authority, for all university entities.

Guidance

Questions can be directed to the Conflict of Interest Officer at 716-829-3978 or coiofficer@buffalo.edu.