A unique type of conflict of interest may arise when members of an organization assist in the development of new federal programs or federal contract specifications, and that organization later ...

Note: The Approval Authority for HOP policy 10.04, Conflict of Interest in Research and Intellectual Property, is the Vice President for Research, Economic Development, and Knowledge Enterprise or his ...

Public service can be a high calling for lawyers. By being aware of the limitations on practice for lawyers who have both public and private careers, lawyers can ensure they comply with the ethical ...

Potential conflicts of interest have been a sensitive topic for nonprofits, especially foundations, for more than a decade. Although such concerns go back at least to the early days of the Rockefeller ...

June 26, 2025 - It has been hard to miss the headlines in recent months involving a number of high-profile, high-net worth individuals taking senior positions in the federal government. There have ...

Northwestern's reputation for impartiality and objectivity, as well as sound business practice, requires that employees not make decisions for the University if their personal economic interests are ...