Research Integrity and Security

Research Integrity

The Office of Research Integrity (ORI) supports ethical research practice at the University of Rhode Island. ORI’s goals are to ensure research conducted at URI is safe, ethical, and compliant; to facilitate the conduct of research; to comply with applicable regulations, laws, and institutional polices; and promote a culture of integrity in research.

Human Subjects

Learn about the Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes and guidelines that govern research involving human subjects.

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Animal Care and Use

Find resources and procedures for ensuring the care and well-being of animals used for research and educational purposes.

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Biohazardous Research

Learn about the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) processes and guidelines that govern biohazardous research.

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Responsible Conduct of Research

Guidelines, resources, and education to uphold the highest standards of integrity and ethics in research.

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Controlled Substances in Research

Ensuring safe and compliant use of controlled substances in research through clear guidance and support.

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Diving Research and Safety Program

Supporting safe diving for research, academics, and exploration through training and certification.

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Contact

Office of Research Integrity
Heather Paskalides, IRB/RCR Specialist, 401.874.4328
Gwen Currier, IACUC/IBC Specialist, 401.874.2526
Anya Hanson, Director, Diving Research Safety Officer, 401.874.6205
Heather McClary, Director, 401.874.4813
or researchintegrity@etal.uri.edu, 401.874.4328 

Research Security

The Office of Research Security is responsible for safeguarding all aspects of URI’s research enterprise, protecting our property, data, and technology by mitigating risks to research projects, personnel, and global collaborations.

Research Security Training Requirements

Learn about training requirements and find links to training modules to ensure research security compliance.

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Export Controls

Learn how federal export control regulations impact research, travel, and collaborations and how to stay compliant at URI.

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Contact

Carol Connolly, Director, Research Security and Research Contracts, 401.874.5467
Jenna Cragan, Facility Security Officer, 401.874.4361