Members of the Council and Institute Fellows shall avoid any action, in their activities with respect to the Institute, which might result in, or create the appearance of, a conflict of interest, including but not limited to—
(1)
using their office or position for private gain;
(2)
giving preferential treatment to any person;
(3)
making recommendations or decisions relating to any activity authorized by this chapter in other than an impartial and independent manner;
(4)
misusing Government property or official information obtained through their office or position which has not been made available to the general public; or
(5)
affecting adversely the confidence of the public in the integrity of the Institute.