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Ethics, Integrity and Policy
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Research Article

Perceptions of occurrence of research misconduct and related factors among Kenyan investigators engaged in HIV research

Edwin Werea Department of Reproductive Health, School of Medicine, College of Health Sciences, Moi University, Eldoret, KenyaCorrespondence[email protected]
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Eunice Kaguirib Academic Model Providing Access to Healthcare, Eldoret, KenyaView further author information
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Jepchirchir Kiplagatb Academic Model Providing Access to Healthcare, Eldoret, KenyaView further author information
Pages 372-389 | Published online: 13 May 2020

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