ORC Newsletter Archive
Find all current and previous editions of our newsletter here.
The ORC newsletter provides news, updates and other useful information from our office regarding all things Research Compliance for Investigators, Coordinators, and other research team members.
2024
| Quarter and Month | Newsletter Contents | Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter 2, July | Find the latest updates on all areas of the ORC, including the IACUC, the NTR IRB, RCOI, and International Compliance • This quarter we introduce our team member – Tania Ghani • How to Get to the “Yes” -we’ll help you get to the “Yes” with tips and tricks for avoiding common noncompliance. • Q&A in this issue, we highlight our recent presentation on Research Café, where we answered the question “What does the ORC do?” • What to Know About the Condition of Caring Too Much: When Caring Leads to Compassion Fatigue • ORC Calendar | Volume 10 |
| Quarter 1, April | Find the latest updates on all areas of the ORC, including the IACUC, the NTR IRB, RCOI, and International Compliance • This quarter we introduce our team member – Crystal Perez • How to Get to the “Yes” -we’ll help you get to the “Yes” by delving into adding a funding source to your IACUC protocols. • Q&A we answer questions about submitting protocol violations, reporting animal welfare concerns, and what to do if you suspect Research Misconduct • Export Controls and Sponsored Research Projects: Why Even ‘Basic Research’ Needs Compliance Review • ORC Calendar | Volume 9 |
2023
| Quarter and Month | Newsletter Contents | Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter 4, January | Special Edition: Best Of! • Find the latest updates on all areas of the ORC, including the IACUC, the NTR IRB, RCOI, and International Compliance • This quarter we Spotlight our whole team by asking everyone about their favorite holiday tradition! • How to Get to the “Yes” – we’ll help you get to the “Yes” with with our tips on training requirements • Q&A about getting started as a new researcher at HSC and affiliated institutions. If you’re a new researcher, this Q&A is for you! • Interview with Dr. Tom Cunningham: Why It’s Important for Researchers to Work With the ORC • ORC Calendar • ORC Word Search | Volume 8 |
| Quarter 3, October | Find the latest updates on all areas of the ORC, including the IACUC, the NTR IRB, RCOI, and International Compliance • This quarter we introduce our team member – Stacy Abraham • How to Get to the “Yes” – we’ll help you get to the “Yes” with export control regulations and your International Travel • Q&A about what you need to consider/do as a student doing research outside of HSC • Research Appreciation Day! Guidance and Best Practices for Ensuring Your Submission Compiles with Research Compliance Regulations and Processes • ORC Calendar | Volume 7 |
| Quarter 2, July |
Find the latest updates on all areas of the ORC, including the IACUC, the NTR IRB, RCOI, and International Compliance • This quarter we introduce our ORC team member – Christina Aguilar! • How to Get to the “Yes” – we provide insight into the Research Conflict of Interest training and disclosure form. • Q&A about how to make modifications to your research protocols for both IRB and IACUC approved projects. • The North Texas Regional IRB at the May 2023 JPS Symposium. • ORC Calendar |
Volume 6 |
| Quarter 1, April | Find the latest updates on all areas of the ORC, including the IACUC, the NTR IRB, RCOI, and International Compliance • This quarter we introduce our ORC team member – Alyson Stearns! • How to Get to the “Yes” – we cover time-sensitive human subjects, animals subjects, or export-controlled activities. • Q&A about getting who can be the Principal Investigator or listed as Key Personnel on IRB and IACUC protocols. • Recruitment Tips for Human Subjects Research. • ORC Calendar | Volume 5 |
2022
| Quarter and Month | Newsletter Contents | Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter 4, January |
Find the latest updates on all areas of the ORC, including the IACUC, the NTR IRB, RCOI, and International Compliance • This quarter we introduce our team member – Joycelyn Bryant • How to Get to the “Yes” – a quick summary on collaborating with investigators from other institutions for both human and animal subjects researchers • Q&A about getting started as a new researcher at HSC and affiliated institutions. If you’re a new researcher, this Q&A is for you! • Illuminating the ORC: IACUC and IRB Participate in External Education Activities • ORC Calendar |
Volume 4 |
| Quarter 3, September |
Find the latest updates on all areas of the ORC, including the IACUC, the NTR IRB, RCOI, and International Compliance • This quarter we introduce our ORC team member – Itzel Peña Pérez! • How to Get to the “Yes” – a rundown of the audit programs for both animal and human subjects research • Q&A for questions on potential conflicts of interest, common mistakes made on IRB submissions, and how to add students to an IACUC protocol • Interview with Dr. Tom Cunningham • ORC Calendar |
Volume 3 |
| Quarter 2, June |
Find the latest updates on all areas of the ORC, including the IACUC, the NTR IRB, RCOI, and International Compliance • This quarter we introduce our ORC team member – Amanda Oglesby! • How to Get to the “Yes” – overview of the Grants & Research Administration Management Suite (GRAMS) • Q&A for questions about submitting a closure request, when a new protocol should be submitted for the IACUC, and what is considered Protected Health Information (or PHI) • An Overview of International Compliance • ORC Calendar |
Volume 2 |
| Quarter 1, February |
Find the latest updates on all areas of the ORC, including the IACUC, the NTR IRB and RCOI • This quarter we introduce our newest member – Karina Garcia! • How to Get to the “Yes” – tips on training requirements • ORC Frequently Asked Questions and our Q&A • ORC Calendar |
Volume 1 |
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