This course consists of eight sessions; attendance at all eight sessions is expected.

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. 

July 7: Scientist as a Responsible Member of Society; Intro to RCR; Safe Lab Enviro; COI; Reporting
July 8: Mentor/Mentee Relationships, Responsible Authorship, Peer Review
July 9: Rigor & Reproducibilty
July 14: Data Management & Security
July 15: Lab Safety & Pre-Clinical work; Protecting Lab Members/Animal Subjects
July 16: International Collaborations: Export Control, Foreign Influence
July 20: Research Integrity & Misconduct
July 21: Interactive Panel w/ HM Research Scientists

Register. (In-person attendance required at all eight sessions.)

For more information, email: ResearchIntegrityandCompliance@houstonmethodist.org

Capacity is limited to 30: Refreshements will be served