Principal investigators, students, post-doctoral researchers, and others involved in sponsored research have an obligation to ensure the responsible conduct of research (RCR). Responsible and ethical research is critical for excellence as well as public trust, and education in the responsible conduct of research is essential to the preparation of future researchers.
The University’s Responsible Conduct of Research Training Plan is available here. The plan outlines training and reporting requirements and provides resources for implementing the plan.
Sponsored Programs hosts regular virtual sessions on the Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR). Training is required for PIs, other faculty, staff, and students working on awards sponsored by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Science Foundation (NSF), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), and other agencies with RCR training requirements. Please contact Sponsored Programs for details or to request small group sessions for students.
For principal investigators conducting sponsored research who are in a mentorship role leading undergraduate students, graduate students, or fellows, mentorship training may be required. Please consult the training plan and reach out to sponsored programs and research administration for details.
Additional Information:
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