Scientific Integrity in the Practice of Molecular Biology

Satisfies the NIH mandate for training in the ethical practice of science. The course is discussion-based, and uses readings, videos, case studies and guest participants to examine basic ethical and regulatory requirements for the responsible conduct of research. Topics include: the nature of - and response to - research misconduct; collaborative research; protection of human and animal subjects; conflicts of interest and commitment; authorship, publication and peer review; mentorship; societal impacts of scientific research; diversity and inclusion in scientific research; and contemporary ethical issues in biomedical research.