Stanford University president to resign following concerns about his research

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Stanford University President Marc Tessier-Lavigne says he’ll resign August 31 following concerns about the integrity of his research.

Tessier-Lavigne announced his plans in a Wednesday letter to students and staff.

It comes after the board of trustee’s launched a review in December following allegations of misconduct around papers he had authored or co-authored.

He says he “never submitted a scientific paper without firmly believing that the data were correct and accurately presented.” But he says he should have been more diligent in seeking corrections regarding his work.

Tessier-Lavigne says he’s stepping down because he expects continued debate about his ability to lead the university. He will remain on faculty as a biology professor.

He has been president for nearly seven years.