Baylor Researcher Caught Faking Images, Banned from Fed Funds
Published Date: 3/19/2025
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Summary
Dr. Liping Zhang from Baylor College of Medicine was found guilty of faking research images in studies funded by the U.S. government. Because of this, she’s banned from receiving federal research money for two years. This action protects the integrity of science and ensures public funds are used honestly.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Two-year debarment from federal transactions
Dr. Liping Zhang is debarred for two (2) years beginning January 16, 2025, and cannot participate in "covered transactions" as defined in 42 CFR 180.200 or in procurement transactions under the Federal Acquisition Regulation. This prevents her from receiving or managing certain PHS-supported federal research funding during the two-year period.
Two-year ban on PHS advisory roles
Beginning January 7, 2025, and lasting two (2) years, Dr. Liping Zhang is prohibited from serving in any advisory capacity to the Public Health Service, including service on PHS advisory committees, boards, peer review committees, or as a consultant. She may not perform those advisory or peer-review roles during this two-year prohibition.
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