Research Records

Description

Primary research records created by postdoctoral trainees (PDTs) during their training at Penn are the property of the University and remain with the University when the PDT leaves.

With written permission from their faculty mentor, a PDT may retain a copy of research records as agreed upon by the mentor and PDT.

Exceptions may be granted with prior written approval from the Provost’s Office in fields where there is a well-established practice of individual scholars retaining ownership of data generated through their research. In such cases, PDTs may retain notes and records and publish findings after leaving Penn, provided they appropriately acknowledge the University’s contribution, including funding or institutional support.

Penn Policy and Related Guidance

For University policy guidance, postdoctoral trainees and faculty mentors should review the Policy for Postdoctoral Trainees at the University of Pennsylvania.

Postdoctoral trainees and faculty mentors should also follow applicable school, department, laboratory, sponsor, data management, intellectual property, and research compliance requirements.