Four Types of Research related Grant Fraud

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Grant fraud encompasses four critical issues that can have severe repercussions for institutions and individuals:

1. Foreign Influence and Funding:

• Failing to disclose foreign government support, as seen in Ohio State University's $875,000 settlement (November 2022).
• Similar allegations against U Ming Qing Xiao in the Southern District of Illinois (April 2022).

1. Misrepresenting Data for Funding:

• Using falsified or fabricated data to secure grants undermines the integrity of funding decisions.
• The DOJ actively pursues cases, as demonstrated in Duke University’s case (March 2019).

1. Misrepresenting Data Arising from Grants:

• Cases like those of Carlos Berley (Yale University) and Dr. Johnny He (Rosalind Franklin University) illustrate intentional falsification, fabrication, and plagiarism in grant-funded research.
• These practices result in disciplinary actions by the Office of Research Integrity.

1. Misuse of Grant Funds:

• Examples include personal expenses being charged to NIH funds, as seen with Jeffrey Parsons and Hunter College.
• Misappropriated funds included international trips, personal celebrations, and unapproved bonuses, leading to legal settlements.

Grant fraud isn’t just unethical—it attracts significant scrutiny from federal agencies like the DOJ and the Office of Research Integrity. Ensuring compliance is vital to avoid legal, financial, and reputational damage.

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