On this episode of the “Research in Action” podcast, I am joinedby Dr. Jim Kroll, the Director of Research Integrity andAdministrative Investigations for the National Science Foundation’sOffice of the Inspector General, where he has worked since 2001. Inthis role, Jim is primarily responsible for leading theinvestigation and resolution of all allegations that, ifsubstantiated, would result in administrative action rather thancivil or criminal prosecution. These include such things asallegations of research misconduct under NSF proposals and awards;certain types of employee misconduct; and violations of NSFregulations, policy or directives. Prior to working for the OIG,Jim served 21 years as a meteorological officer with the U.S. AirForce. Jim completed his undergraduate studies at RutgersUniversity where he received his B.S. in Meteorology. He laterattended North Carolina State University where he received his M.S.and his Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences.
Segment 1: The Office of the Inspector Generalat NSF [00:00-9:47]
In this first segment, Jim and I talk about what the Office ofthe Inspector General is and the role that Jim plays in thatoffice.
Segment 2: Procedures and Examples[9:48-21:23]
In segment two, Jim and I talk about the general procedure whenthe OIG is made aware of potential research misconduct. Jim sharessome of the sources of allegations and offers some examples ofcases he has worked on.
Segment 3: Responsible Conduct of Research[21:24-32:29]
In segment three, Jim and I discuss Responsible Conduct ofResearch (RCR) training requirements from NSF and Jim’srecommendation for the training of new researchers.
Bonus Clip: Examples of ResearchMisconduct Cases [00:00-6:11]
In this bonus clip, Jim shares some additional examples ofresearch misconduct cases that he’s worked on during his time withNSF’s OIG.
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