1. An Update from Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research (PRIM&R) Mariellen Diemand Associate Director for Conferences May 1, 2015

2. PRIM&R’s Mission Advance the highest ethical standards in the conduct of biomedical, behavioral, and social science research. We accomplish this mission through education, membership services, professional certification, public policy initiatives, and community building.

3. Core organizational goals: –Create a strong and vibrant community of ethics-minded research administration and oversight personnel –Offer professional development opportunities that provide knowledge and the interaction necessary to help individuals go beyond regulatory compliance About PRIM&R

4. PRIM&R’s membership community consists of over 4,000 individuals from 35 countries, including Canada. Membership Learn more: www.primr.org/membership

5. Regional Connections Event ideas:  A half-day (or longer) educational program  Book group  Brown bag lunch  Networking reception  Policy discussion  Short lecture PRIM&R wants to help you connect... …with colleagues for conversation, networking, and idea swaps. These events will help you build a local community and resources for professional development.

6. Mentoring Program Volunteer mentors and mentees are matched based upon criteria such as area of interest, years in the field, institution type, and goals. Mentor, mentee, or both! PRIM&R is always seeking mentors and mentees interested in collaborating, providing advice and guidance, and sharing their knowledge with others in the field.

7. Member Publications PRIM&R Member Newsletter –Monthly news of interest Legal and government news Organizational publications Certification updates Membership highlights Research Ethics Digest –6 times a year –Articles from scholarly journals

8. Research Ethics Digest Self-Study Program Read three selected articles Complete a short self-study quiz Earn 1.5 continuing education credits

9. Knowledge Center Learn more: www.primr.org/knowledgecenter A robust expansion of our commitment to research professionals – it contains a range of resources that will be helpful to you in your work, including: Case studies Archived webinars and conference presentations Selected regulations and guidance documents Sample checklists, templates, and SOPs

11. Educational Programs: Face-to-Face Regional Meetings September 15-18, San Antonio, TX Collaborating for Compliance IRB Administrator 101 IRB Administrator 201 At Your Doorstep Curricula customizable to your needs You select dates and location PRIM&R provides faculty and materials Learn more: www.primr.org/edprograms

12. Webinars May 6: CIP ® Certification: Is it right for you right now? May 14: FDA Oversight and IRB Review of Studies that Include In-Vitro Diagnostics June 23: IOM Report on Sharing Clinical Trial Data Learn more: www.primr.org/webinars Ethical Research Oversight Course (E-ROC) Online learning ideal for those new to the field or those seeking a refresher on the function and purpose of review boards Learn how to:  Apply the principles and rules governing human subjects research  Build and strengthen an effective review board  Communicate more clearly with those involved in the research  Understand and apply best practices Learn more: www.primr.org/eroc Educational Programs: Online

13. Certificate in the Foundations of Human Subjects Protections A way to demonstrate commitment to growing professionally within the fields of research ethics and oversight Provides an understanding of the ethical and regulatory basis of human subject protections Combines expert advice, real-life examples, and best practices Program requirements are flexible Participants receive a certificate documenting their accomplishment Learn more: www.primr.org/certificates

14. IRB Forum Online community for anyone working in human subjects protections Atmosphere of open and respectful dialogue Ethical, regulatory, and policy concerns related to human subjects research Pose questions, exchanging guidance, and sharing best practices Registration required; free to join! Learn more: www.irbforum.org

15. Ampersand Blog Resource for research ethics and oversight news and commentary Posts have included: –Priorities for Research Funding, Sharing Clinical Trial Data, and More –NIH Releases Draft Policy on Use of Single IRB Review for Multi-Site Research –When Is it Ethical or Not to Participate in Research? –Opting Out: Who’s Protecting Human Research Subjects Online? –And more! Guest bloggers are welcome! Learn more: www.primr.org/blog

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