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Research Accountability and Integrity for Sustainable Ethics in AI (R.A.I.S.E.): A Mixed-Methods Study of Faculty Practices and Institutional Responses

Award Number: ORIIR250083
ORGANIZATION: OFFICE OF RESEARCH INTEGRITY
OPDIV: DHHS/OS
AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY
AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: OTHER
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 09/30/2025
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 09/29/2027

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Research Accountability and Integrity for Sustainable Ethics in AI (R.A.I.S.E.): A Mixed-Methods Study of Faculty Practices and Institutional Responses - As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms research by accelerating data analysis, writing, and design, it also introduces urgent ethical challenges that threaten core principles of research integrity, particularly in authorship, transparency, disclosure, and fairness. Yet institutional policies and training often lag behind AI adoption, leaving faculty and administrators without clear guidance. This project proposes a mixed-methods empirical study to examine the ethical use of AI in academic research, with a focus on Research 1 (R1) universities. We will begin with a confidential online survey of R1 social science faculty (e.g., those engaged in behavioral research), using purposive sampling to assess AI usage patterns, perceived ethical concerns, and awareness of institutional or federal guidance. The second phase will involve in-depth interviews with research administrators, IRB personnel, and staff overseeing research misconduct cases to explore institutional policies, oversight practices, and responses to AI-related dilemmas. Data will be analyzed using latent class analysis and reflexive thematic analysis to identify trends, tensions, and policy gaps across individual and institutional contexts. Findings will inform the development of practical guidance and a pilot training module for integration into Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) programs and faculty onboarding. Dissemination will include peer-reviewed publications, webinars, and an open-access digital toolkit. By addressing this rapidly evolving issue, the project advances ORI’s mission to strengthen institutional accountability, researcher awareness, and the integrity of federally funded research.


Issue Date FY	Funding FY	Legal Entity Name	Legal Entity Address	Legal Entity City	Legal Entity State	Legal Entity Zip Code	Legal Entity COUNTY	Legal Entity COUNTRY	Assistance Listing	Award Code	Budget Year	Action Date	Action Type	Action Amount

Issue Date FY: 2026 ( Subtotal = $0 )
2026	2025	UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA	4202 E FOWLER AVE	TAMPA	FL	33620	HILLSBOROUGH	USA	Research on Research Integrity	01	1	12/4/2025	ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPLEMENT ( + OR - ) (DISCRETIONARY OR BLOCK AWARDS)	$0
														Subtotal = $0

Issue Date FY: 2025 ( Subtotal = $250,000 )
2025	2025	UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA	4202 E FOWLER AVE	TAMPA	FL	33620	HILLSBOROUGH	USA	Research on Research Integrity	00	1	9/26/2025	NEW	$250,000
														Subtotal = $250,000

Grand Total All Awards = $250,000

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Research Accountability and Integrity for Sustainable Ethics in AI (R.A.I.S.E.): A Mixed-Methods Study of Faculty Practices and Institutional Responses

Award Number: ORIIR250083

ORGANIZATION: OFFICE OF RESEARCH INTEGRITY

OPDIV: DHHS/OS

AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY

AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: OTHER

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 09/30/2025

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 09/29/2027

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