Introduction to Responsible Conduct of Biomedical Research

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This course will focus on providing graduate/professional students an introduction to the regulations, practices, ethical considerations, and professional interactions that define responsible conduct of biomedical research. Investigator responsibilities associated with initiating and establishing a research program, conducting experimental studies, analyzing and reporting data, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, considerations for submitting grant applications, and understanding compliance issues and regulations will be emphasized. Students will learn through reading journal articles and discussion of pertinent topics to identify and consider issues that are germane to the biomedical research environment.