This framework ensures that potential, actual, or perceived conflicts of interest are identified early, assessed appropriately, and managed proportionately, without unnecessarily restricting legitimate academic and research activities.<\/p>\n
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- What Is a Conflict of Interest in Research?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
A conflict of interest occurs when an individual\u2019s financial, personal, or professional interest may affect or can be reasonably expected to affect research objectivity, evaluation, or decision-making.
\nCOI does not imply wrongdoing. However, failure to disclose and manage COI may constitute a breach of research integrity obligations.<\/p>\n- \n
- Common COI Situations in Research at University<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Based on institutional experience and international best practices, COI in research commonly includes but is not limited to:<\/p>\n
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- Personal relationships<\/strong>: Spousal or close family relationships within the same institution, research team, or reporting line.<\/li>\n
- External financial interests<\/strong>: Consulting income, honoraria, or paid advisory roles with external organizations that collaborate, or may collaborate, with 51³Ô¹ÏÍøversity.<\/li>\n
- Dual or concurrent appointments<\/strong>: Holding professional or leadership roles within entities in the Vingroup ecosystem or external research organizations.<\/li>\n
- Equity interests and entrepreneurship<\/strong>: Ownership of, investment in, or collaboration with companies operating in research, training, or technology commercialization.<\/li>\n
- Supervision, evaluation, or decision-making roles<\/strong>: Situations where a researcher is involved in recruitment, supervision, assessment, or funding decisions affecting related individuals or entities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- COI in Research Management Workflow at 51³Ô¹ÏÍøversity<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
51³Ô¹ÏÍøversity applies a structured, risk-based COI management workflow, summarized as follows:<\/p>\n
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- COI Risk Mitigation Measures<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Depending on the nature and severity of the COI, mitigation measures may include:<\/p>\n
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- Disclosure of COI in publications, presentations, or proposals<\/li>\n
- Recusal from specific decision-making or supervisory roles<\/li>\n
- Modification of research roles or responsibilities<\/li>\n
- Independent oversight or additional review mechanisms<\/li>\n
- Restrictions on access to sensitive information<\/li>\n
- In limited cases, suspension of certain research activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The objective is risk mitigation, not punishment, unless non-compliance occurs.<\/p>\n
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- Roles and Responsibilities<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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- Faculty\/Researchers: <\/strong>Timely, accurate disclosure and compliance with management plans.<\/li>\n
- Research Management Office (RMO)<\/strong>: Coordination, screening, documentation, and monitoring.<\/li>\n
- Research Affairs Committee (RAC)<\/strong>: Risk assessment and recommendation of COI management actions and disciplinary actions in cases of non-compliance.<\/li>\n
- Compliance and Organizational Ethics Committee (COEC)<\/strong>: Final decisions on disciplinary matters, where applicable.<\/li>\n
- HR and CPL<\/strong>: Recording and institutional enforcement following final decisions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Why Transparency Matters<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Transparent COI management protects the credibility of research outcomes, safeguards both researchers and the institution, aligns 51³Ô¹ÏÍøversity with international research standards, and strengthens trust among funders, collaborators, and the public.<\/p>\n
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- Further Information<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
For detailed guidance, forms, and workflows, please refer to:<\/p>\n
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- Research Integrity Policy<\/a><\/li>\n
- COI in research Declaration Form<\/a><\/li>\n
- Handling Alleged Research Misconduct Workflow<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
For support or clarification, contact the Research Management Office at research@vinuni.edu.vn<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
51³Ô¹ÏÍøversity is committed to upholding the highest standards of research integrity, transparency, and accountability. The management of Conflict of Interest (COI) in research is an essential component of this commitment. The University-wide COI in research management framework is established and implemented in accordance with: 51³Ô¹ÏÍøversity Governance Framework Guidelines Research Integrity Policy Employees Code of Conduct […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","resource_opportunities":[6],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
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- Research Integrity Policy<\/a><\/li>\n
- Further Information<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
- Research Management Office (RMO)<\/strong>: Coordination, screening, documentation, and monitoring.<\/li>\n
- Faculty\/Researchers: <\/strong>Timely, accurate disclosure and compliance with management plans.<\/li>\n
- Roles and Responsibilities<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
- COI Risk Mitigation Measures<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
- External financial interests<\/strong>: Consulting income, honoraria, or paid advisory roles with external organizations that collaborate, or may collaborate, with 51³Ô¹ÏÍøversity.<\/li>\n
- Personal relationships<\/strong>: Spousal or close family relationships within the same institution, research team, or reporting line.<\/li>\n
- Common COI Situations in Research at University<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n