Responsible Conduct in Research (RCR)

Responsible conduct of research (RCR) is defined as the practice of scientific investigation with integrity.  It involves the awareness and application of established professional norms and ethical principles in the performance of all activities related to scientific research. In keeping with this philosophy and the requirements of certain funding agencies, the following framework for training in RCR is established.

The framework encompasses the RCR training requirements of the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and will enable principal investigators to design RCR plans according to the goals and focus of their grant projects while fulfilling all requirements or recommendations for RCR training.   The TWU Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) will assist principal investigators and grant personnel with the arrangement and implementation of face-to-face portions of RCR training as necessary to meet funding agency requirements.