scope:

This instruction encompasses all Navy Medicine research efforts and programs, regardless of discipline or level, and provides guidance for research ethics, integrity, education, and management of misconduct. The requirements of this instruction supplement requirements for human research protections, use of animals in research, and clinical investigations program administration under references (d) through (f).

Purpose

a. To update Navy Medicine policy per regulations found in references (a) through (f) for the promotion of research integrity, continuing education in responsible conduct of research (RCR), and the handling of allegations of research misconduct.

b. To establish Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED) subject matter expertise, support services, and resources to assist the Chief, BUMED, echelon 3 commanders, and commanding officers (CO) in meeting goals, objectives, and Department of Defense (DoD), and other applicable requirements.