NSF and NASA inspectors general push proactive oversight to catch foreign funding and cyber compliance gaps
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Two agency inspectors general (NSF and NASA) testified before a subcommittee that proactive reviews, data analytics, and targeted investigations are more effective than waiting for whistleblower complaints to detect grant fraud, foreign funding disclosure omissions, and cybersecurity shortfalls. Witnesses recommended standardized disclosure forms and increased on-site oversight to improve research security.
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Two agency inspectors general told the Subcommittee the best way to detect grant fraud and research‑security risks is proactive, targeted oversight rather than waiting for whistleblower complaints.
Witnesses recommended standardized disclosures and more on‑site oversight.
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