550.600.41
Living Science Ethics - Responsible Conduct of Research
Location
Internet
Term
1st Term
Department
Extradepartmental
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
Synchronous Online
Wednesday, 4:00 - 5:00pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
Fosters the responsible conduct of scientific research using a combination of lectures, discussion and analysis of case studies. Includes topics: data management, conflict of interest, scientific misconduct, questionable research practices, responsible authorship, peer review, collaborations with peers and industry, trainee-mentor relationships, research ethics and regulatory requirements of the conduct of animal and human research, and the scientist as a responsible member of society.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the regulatory requirements that govern the modern research environment
- Discuss the expectations for adherence to the ethical principles in the conduct of research
- Apply ethical and regulatory principles to the trainee’s own current and future research program
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 50% Quizzes
- 50% Completion of attendance-taking records
Enrollment Restriction
Eligibility restricted to doctoral students. Other JHSPH students or fellows who are required to have in-person RCR training based on funding source may also enroll.
Specific course dates for term 1 in AY 2023-24:
Sept 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11 and 18
This course is offered through the BSPH R3 Center for Innovation in Science Education