Research Disclosure Reference Guides
Overview
The Office of Research Security (ORS) has developed reference guides to help faculty, staff, and students understand federal sponsor disclosure requirements, University disclosure requirements, and other topics that support transparency, research integrity, and research security.
Federal Sponsor Disclosure Framework
Learn about the federal disclosure requirements that support transparency, research integrity, and research security throughout the proposal and award lifecycle.
| Reference Guide | Description |
|---|---|
| Federal Sponsor Disclosure Requirements | Learn about common federal disclosure requirements applicable throughout the proposal and award lifecycle. |
| Department of Defense (DoD) | Sponsor-specific disclosure guidance for DoD-funded research. |
| Department of Energy (DOE) | Sponsor-specific disclosure guidance for DOE-funded research. |
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) | Sponsor-specific disclosure guidance for NASA-funded research. |
| National Institutes of Health (NIH) | Sponsor-specific disclosure guidance for NIH-funded research. |
| National Science Foundation (NSF) | Sponsor-specific disclosure guidance for NSF-funded research. |
University Disclosure Requirements
Learn about the University's disclosure programs and requirements that support responsible research and compliance with federal sponsor expectations.
| Reference Guide | Description |
|---|---|
| Disclosure of External Interests & Commitments | Learn about the University's disclosure requirements for outside professional activities, financial interests, appointments, and external relationships. |
| Conflict of Interest | Learn about the University's Conflict of Interest Program and financial conflict of interest requirements. |
| Conflict of Commitment | Learn about outside professional activities and commitments that may interfere with University responsibilities. |
| Organizational Conflict of Interest | Learn about conflicts involving the University or organizational interests that may affect research or other sponsored activities. |
Specialized Disclosure Topics
Learn about specialized disclosure requirements that may apply depending on the sponsor, research activity, or type of outside relationship.
| Reference Guide | Description |
|---|---|
| Foreign Talent Recruitment Programs | Learn how federal agencies define Foreign Talent Recruitment Programs and how participation may affect federally funded research. |
| Conflict of Interest Management Plans | Learn how the University manages identified conflicts of interest through individualized management plans and institutional oversight. |
| Publication & Presentation Disclosure Statements | Learn about disclosure expectations for publications, presentations, posters, and other scholarly communications involving financial interests or outside relationships. |
Need Assistance?
If you are uncertain whether sponsor disclosure requirements, University disclosure requirements, conflict of interest, conflict of commitment, or other disclosure obligations apply to your research activity, contact the Office of Research Security before submitting a proposal or making changes to an active award.
ORS can assist investigators in identifying applicable disclosure requirements, interpreting sponsor expectations, and coordinating with the appropriate University offices throughout the research lifecycle.