The Research Conduct and Compliance Office of the University of Pittsburgh will oversee and facilitate the conduct of ethical and regulation-compliant human and animal subject research through an integrated system of research review, audit and educational programs established in a manner that maximizes institutional effectiveness.
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Guidance for New ResearchersInformation on how to get your research started at the University of Pittsburgh. |
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Industry Relationship PolicyThe University of Pittsburgh Schools of Health Sciences and UPMC announce the new Industry Relationship Policy. Visit the Conflict of Interest web site for the resources to understand and comply with the new policy at http://www.coi.pitt.edu/IndustryRelationships |
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Video Presentations of RCCO SeminarsPresentations related to research compliance have been recorded and are available for viewing on the web. |
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Office of Investigator-Sponsored IND and IDE Support (O3IS)Established for University researchers involved in investigator-sponsored IND and IDE studies under the FDA. |
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Internet-based Studies in Education and Research:
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The RCCO offers web-based research training modules for professionals conducting research at the University of Pittsburgh.
Modules required for researchers can be found under "Responsible Conduct of Research." Guidance regarding requirements and recommendations on who must complete these modules, as well as recertification requirements can be found by checking "What is Required - Research Modules".
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Conflict of Interest Disclosures:Annual Conflict of Interest (COI) disclosures are due April 15th. The relevant faculty and staff electronic disclosure forms are available at the Conflict of Interest website, http://www.coi.pitt.edu/directive.htm |
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