Section 93.403 - ORI review of research misconduct proceedingsORI may conduct reviews of research misconduct proceedings. In conducting its review, ORI may-
(a) Determine whether there is HHS jurisdiction under this part;(b) Consider any reports, institutional findings, research records, and evidence;(c) Determine if the institution conducted the proceedings in a timely and fair manner in accordance with this part with sufficient thoroughness, objectivity, and competence to support the conclusions;(d) Obtain additional information or materials from the institution, the respondent, complainants, or other persons or sources;(e) Conduct additional analyses and develop evidence;(f) Decide whether research misconduct occurred, and if so who committed it;(g) Make appropriate research misconduct findings and propose HHS administrative actions; and(h) Take any other actions necessary to complete HHS' review.