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Conflict of interest is a legal term that encompasses a wide spectrum of behaviors or actions involving personal gain or financial interest. Under University policy, the term conflict of interest denotes situations in which a member of the University community is in a position to gain personal benefit (broadly construed) or financial advantage arising from their University position, either through outside professional activities or through their actions or decisions at the University, including research, administrative, or educational activities. Because University employees are also State employees, the Maryland State Ethics Law governing conflict of interest also applies.
We strongly recomment that you go through the links listed below to completely understand the UM policy on conflict of interest and the procedures needed to deal with it.
Research or Development Disclosure Form (PDF/DOC)
Guidance for Processing the Research or Development Disclosure Form (HTML/PDF)
Conflict of Interest Guidelines for Private Company Grants/Contracts (PDF/DOC)
Conflict of Interest Information for MIPS Proposals (PDF/DOC)
COI Frequently Asked Questions (HTML/DOC)
University of Maryland College Park Policy & Procedure links, approved 05/20/03:
» Policy on Conflict of Interest & Conflict of Commitment, section II-3.10(A)
» Procedure on Conflict of Interest & Conflict of Commitment, section II-3.10(B)
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