Scientific Integrity Committee Members The Scientific Integrity Committee is made up of: President: Selected Researcher among other members 2 invited members of the Accredited Institute, if applicable. Six (6) members, of which four (4) are clinics attached to VHIR with links to HUVH and two (2) VHIR basic researchers. Ombudsperson VHIR President of the CEIm or delegated person President of the Ethical Committee for Animal Research (CEEA), or delegated person. The Economic Coordination of the VHIR. Legal Directorate of the VHIR. Experts specialists in areas of knowledge may be invited Functions Ensure compliance with the precepts included in the good practice guides of the ICS, the CERCA Institution and the European Commission (ALLEA). Act as an arbitration institution in the event of uncertainties or conflicts that may arise. Inform and sensitize the scientific community of the institutions about the events, needs and guidelines related to the ethical and deontological aspects of biomedical research. Promote measures aimed at improving the quality of research and training in this area. Be attentive and receptive to advances and new problems related to the integrity of research, as well as propose the drafting of internal regulations necessary for good scientific practice Identify misconduct and unacceptable practices in research. Be aware of conflicts that may arise between the scientific community.
