42 CFR § 93.103 - Requirements for findings of research misconduct.

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title: "42 CFR § 93.103 - Requirements for findings of research misconduct."
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section_name: "Requirements for findings of research misconduct."
chapter_name: "PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES"
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# 93.103 Requirements for findings of research misconduct.

A finding of research misconduct made under this part requires that:

(a) There be a significant departure from accepted practices of the relevant research community; and

(b) The misconduct be committed intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly; and

(c) The allegation be proven by a preponderance of the evidence.