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Disclosure Requirements

What is a CoIR?

A conflict of interest in research exists when an investigator's financial interests or other obligations compromise, or appear to compromise, his/her professional judgment in the design, conduct, or reporting of research. The mere appearance of a conflict may be as serious and potentially damaging to the public trust as the actual conflict. Therefore, potential conflicts must be disclosed, evaluated, and managed with the same thoroughness as actual conflicts. One example of a conflict of interest in research would be if an investigator is a consultant for a company that sponsors his/her research.

Who is required to report a CoIR?

Everyone involved in research at OHSU.
For outside investigators NOT holding a joint appointment at OHSU, only those that do not have a CoIR policy (in compliance with 45CFR94) at their own institution (see FAQ Outside).

What should be reported as a CoIR?

Any significant financial interests potentially related to any current or pending research projects. See definition of Significant Financial Interests in Research.Additionally, some gifts and intellectual property must be disclosed as described on the disclosure form. Examples are listed at Guidelines for Disclosure of Potential Conflicts of Interest in Research.

When should a CoIR be disclosed?

A CoIR disclosure must be completed annually. Online disclosure forms should also be revised during the year if answers to questions on the CoIR disclosure form change. All investigators listed on a research application submitted to Research Development & Administration must have a correctly completed and up-to-date disclosure form in the CoIR Management System.

Where do I send a CoIR disclosure for review and who keeps it?

For More Information:

Contact the CoIR Office at (503) 494-7887 or coir@ohsu.edu.