Evolution of an innovative approach to the delivery of in-person training in the responsible conduct of research.
The responsible conduct of research (RCR) Center is an innovative, workshop-based approach to research ethics education at the University of Pittsburgh. A flexibly scheduled program of workshops combines the benefits of traditional case-based discussion and in-person instruction with greater accessibility and a broader disciplinary reach. Essential features of the program include a rotating schedule of independent workshops with separate registration, expert speakers, and a dedicated program director position. At an institutional level, this novel response to National Institutes of Health-mandated training requirements increases access to a wide range of interactive RCR training programs and promotes interdisciplinary conversations on research ethics that involves investigators, trainees, and the research community at large.
Univ. of Pittsburgh CTSI, Forbes Tower, Suite 7057, Atwood & Sennott Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA.
Karen L
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Schmidt
Laurel
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Yasko
Michael
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Green
Jane
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Alexander
Christopher
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Ryan
D032984:Ethics, Research / Q000193:education*; D006801:Humans; D062069:Inventions; D016730:Program Development; D012106:Research / Q000193:education*
appropriateness; ethics; methodology