Georgia Southern University is committed to fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability in research. A Financial Conflict of Interest (FCOI) arises when an investigator’s financial interests could directly or indirectly influence the design, conduct, or reporting of research. Federal regulations require disclosures of such interests to protect objectivity and ensure compliance.
Our FCOI program provides guidance, training, and tools to help faculty, staff, and investigators understand their responsibilities and remain in compliance with university policy and federal requirements. By completing required disclosures and training, investigators safeguard the credibility of their research while upholding the University’s mission of responsible scholarship.
Through this resource, you will find:
- Answers to common disclosure questions
- The full FCOI process in research, from training to management plans
- Guidance for navigating the disclosure system and COI Dashboard
- Practical reporting tips with examples of what must and must not be disclosed
Staying compliant with FCOI requirements ensures research is conducted with integrity, maintains public trust, and protects both investigators and the University.