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Bolstering Research at UAF - Join the Team
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Office of Research Integrity is pleased to announce the formation of the Research Integrity Committee. The committee’s goal is to foster a high standard of ethical behavior for UAF Research. Its primary purpose will be to review potential allegations of research misconduct and assess complaints and concerns that arise regarding UAF research activities.The nomination period will run from February 9th through May 1st, 2022. Senior Research Faculty and University Staff are encouraged to review the Research Integrity Committee charter and consider applying. Students, Staff, and Faculty are also encouraged to nominate Senior Faculty and University Staff that meet the criteria for this committee. Nominations can be submitted at Research Integrity Committee Nomination Form
Committee members are required to be Senior Faculty or University Staff and should be knowledgeable about the content and operation of the University’s compliance and ethics program, with the ability to exercise reasonable oversight of the implementation and effectiveness of these programs. For more information, please read the Research Integrity Committee Charter.
For more information please contact: The Office of Research Integrity at (907) 474-7800 or uaf-ori@alaska.edu
Mining's effect on fish warrants better science-based policies
July 01, 2022
A new paper published in Science Advances synthesizes the impact of metal and coal mines on salmon and trout in northwestern North America
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Matanuska Experiment Farm honored for century of tracking weather
June 30, 2022
On July 6, the National Weather Service will honor the Matanuska Experiment Station and Extension Center for its century of participation in the Cooperative Observer Program.
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