Outside Professional Activities (OPAs) or Significant Financial Interests (SFIs) can impact your research and other work at MIT. To address potential real or perceived conflicts of interest while carrying out your Institutional Responsibilities, follow MIT conflict of interest policies and sponsor policies, as well as specialized guidance:
- Accepting Gifts
- Appropriate Use of Research Affiliate and Visiting Scientist Appointments
- Financial Conflict of Interest Management Plans
- SBIR/STTR Awards and Exemptions for SBIR/STTR Phase II and Select Federal Programs
Members of the MIT community must also follow research policies and procedures, including those related to security, integrity, and compliance, while carrying out research at MIT.