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Beyond conflict of interest: The responsible conduct of research

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This paper reports data and scholarly opinion that support the perception of systemic flaws in the management of scientific professions and the research enterprise; explores the responsibility that professional status places on the scientific professions, and elaborates the concept of the responsible conduct of research (RCR). Data are presented on research misconduct, availability of research guidelines, and perceived research quality.

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  1. Division of Education and Integrity, Office of Research Integrity, 5515 Security Lane, Suite 700, 20852, Rockville, MD, USA

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Rhoades, L.J. Beyond conflict of interest: The responsible conduct of research. SCI ENG ETHICS 8, 459–468 (2002). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11948-002-0068-4

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