Issued: 11\/12\/2025 The purpose of this policy is to ensure USC research is conducted with integrity, accountability, and in accordance with regulatory and institutional requirements through the establishment of a university policy framework to implement the standards and expectations contained in USC\u2019s Guide to Research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u200b\u200bThe policy applies to and encompasses all research activities conducted at USC and its subsidiaries, ensuring that faculty, staff, and students operate within a framework of ethical conduct, transparency, and regulatory compliance. It applies to every stage of the research process, including proposal development, award management, data collection, reporting, and project closeout. This policy serves as the foundation for responsible research practices as outlined in the USC Guide to Research<\/em>, which acts as a comprehensive resource for the USC research community, offering practical instructions and tools to help researchers fulfill their responsibilities, mitigate risks, and comply with both institutional policies and external regulations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u200b <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u200bThere may be additional university policies that govern particular research activities. This policy and the Guide to Research <\/em>are not intended to replace other university policies, but to supplement them by providing a comprehensive overview of the key compliance requirements associated with the most common financial and non-financial activities related to research. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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