Research Integrity & Compliance

Research Integrity & Compliance

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promoting safe and ethical research

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Research Integrity & Compliance manages multiple programs aimed to promote safe and ethical research at the University of South Florida, and uphold a culture of integrity. The RIC staff administer key research-related assurance and compliance programs required by federal and state agencies and programs for the conduct of research at USF.  

Research Integrity & Compliance Programs

Biosafety

Conflict of Interest

Export Controls

Human Research Protections (IRB)

Institutional Animal Care (IACUC)

Investigational New Drug/Device

Quality Assurance & Improvement

Radiation/Laser Safety & Ethyl Alcohol

Research Security

Responsible Conduct of Research

Scientific Diving & Boating Safety

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Applications for Research Compliance (arc) Portal

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The Applications for Research Compliance (ARC) portal is used for the management of protocols in the Animal Care and Use (IACUC), Biosafety (IBC), and Human Subjects Research (IRB) programs, and for disclosures and interest inventories on the Conflict of Interest (COI) program.

To access the ARC portal, you will need to create an account.

RIC Services Series Webinars Fall 2024
Date & Time Topic Instructor

Wed., September 11
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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General Overview of COI

This webinar will cover policies, the need for disclosing, how / what to disclose and the process of creating management plans.

Phillip Olcese
COI Program Manager

Wed., October 2
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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Behind the Scenes of IACUC SAI's: A Deep Dive into Compliance

This webinar aims to educate the audience about the importance of compliance with animal welfare regulations and guidelines.

Adrienne Booker, M.S., LAT, CRA
Safety & Compliance Officer - IACUC/Biosafety

 

Thu., October 17
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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Overview of the Electronic ARC System

This webinar will provide an overview of the electronic ARC system.

Tony Marshall
Technology & Systems Manager

Tue., October 29
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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BiosafetyNet Introduction for Research Staff

This webinar aims to guide researchers on how to use BiosafetyNet.

Debra Howeth
USF Biosafety Officer

 

Wed., Nov. 13
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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NSPM-33 Research Security Overview

This webinar will provide an overview of the National Security Presidential Memo 33 Research Security program.

Frederick Pflueger
Manager - Export Control Officer