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Maintain a firm commitment to science-based, data-driven decision-making
Shield the agency’s science and its scientific staff from political influence
Facilitate the free flow of scientific and technical information
Protect the integrity of scientific data and ensuring its accurate presentation, including the underlying assumptions and uncertainties
Require a fair and transparent approach to resolving internal scientific disputes, including hearing and carefully considering differing views
Support whistleblower protections
Select and promote scientists based on their knowledge, expertise and integrity
Use peer review of data and research used in decision-making, where feasible, appropriate and consistent with the law
Maintain openness and selecting qualified advisory committee members based on expertise, with transparency about conflicts of interest
Allow FDA staff to communicate their personal scientific or policy views to the public, even when those views differ from official Agency opinions
Promote the professional development of our scientists by encouraging publication in and editorial service to peer reviewed journals, presentations at professional meetings, and full participation in appropriate professional or scholarly societies and related activities that may benefit the public health
