Policy
View the the process at Sunnybrook Research Institute (SRI) for receiving, investigating, addressing and reporting allegations of research misconduct.
How to submit an allegation of possible research misconduct
An allegation can be made by any person who wishes to report, in good faith, a possible breach of the Responsible Conduct of Research Policy.
Step 1: Before bringing forward an allegation, review the Policy to ensure the concern is appropriate for reporting under this Policy.
Step 2: Complete the allegation submission form (PDF)
Step 3: Send the completed form by email to research.integrity@sunnybrook.ca
Allegations received through this confidential inbox will be brought forward to the Responsible Officer.
Awareness
Sunnybrook’s annual information on confirmed breaches involving Tri-Agency Funds is listed below:
| Year | Confirmed number of confirmed breaches | General nature of breaches |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0 | N/A |
| 2022 | 0 | N/A |
| 2021 | 0 | N/A |
Resources
- Panel on the Responsible Conduct of Research
- Tri-Agency Framework: Responsible Conduct of Research (2021)
- University of Toronto Framework to Address Allegations of Research Misconduct (PDF)