This Fundamentals of RCR Course is intended to meet federal requirements for training in Responsible Conduct of Research and to maintain an institutional culture of the highest integrity in all Houston Methodist research endeavors. The eight-session, in-person course promotes fundamental knowledge and practical skills for research in all disciplines, encourages open discussion with subject matter experts in these areas, and presents an opportunity to interact with experienced Houston Methodist faculty for real-world guidance. 

The topics for each of the eight sessions are as follows:

*Monday, August 18, 2025 -  Scientist as responsible member of society, Intro to RCR, Safe Lab environments, COI, Reporting (Dunn/Comal/Frio Rm)
*Thursday, August 21, 2025 -  Data Management and Security (Dunn Blanco Rm)
*Monday, August 25, 2025 - Laboratory Safety and Pre-Clinical work: Protecting Laboratory Members and Animal Subjects (Dunn/Comal/Frio Rm)
*Thursday, August 28, 2025 - Mentor/Mentee relationships, Responsible Authorship, Peer Review (Dunn Blanco Rm)
**Tuesday, September 2, 2025 - Human Subjects Research Protections (Dunn/Comal/Frio Rm)
*Thursday, September 4, 2025 - International Collaborations: Export Control, Foreign Influence (Dunn Blanco Rm)
*Monday, September 8, 2025 - Research Integrity and Misconduct (Dunn/Comal/Frio Rm)
*Thursday, September 11, 2025 -  Interactive Panel with Methodist Research Scientists (Dunn Blanco Rm)

Capacity is limited to 25 

Refreshements will be served