Responsible Conduct of Research
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Description
As defined by the NIH, responsible conduct of research (RCR) promotes the aims of scientific inquiry, fosters a research environment that enables scientists to work together toward common goals, and promotes public confidence in scientific knowledge and progress for the public good.Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) training is mandated for undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, and faculty funded by National Institutes of Health training grants and career awards. RCR training is also required for undergraduates, graduate students, and postdocs fellows funded by the National Science Foundation. Biomedical Postdoctoral Programs requires the training for all biomedical postdocs regardless of funding source and it is encouraged for all postdocs at Penn.
Additional References
- NIH Data Management and Sharing Policy (2023)
- Biomedical Graduate Studies RCR & SRR
- Principles of Responsible Conduct
- National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- National Institute of General Medical Sciences
- NIH Guidelines
- NIH Annual Review of Ethics (Case Studies)
- Office of Research Integrity
- ORI Introduction to the Responsible Conduct of Research
Related Resources
Policies & Procedures
215-P-COMPLY, Penn’s Confidential Reporting and Help Line
Policy for Postdoctoral Trainees at the University of Pennsylvania
Offices & Services
215-P-COMPLY, Penn’s Confidential Reporting and Help Line
Penn’s Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Penn’s Office of Research Services (ORS)
Tools & Systems
215-P-COMPLY, Penn’s Confidential Reporting and Help Line
iPenn
Penn Knowledge Link for University and UPHS Dual Users