Training & Professional Development

In this session, participants will learn how to determine whether IRB oversight is required for your project. We'll also examine the various levels of IRB review (Exempt, Expedited, Full Committee).   Registration [...] Read Moreabout Does this project need IRB oversight?

This workshop will discuss the extra considerations and practices that occur when working with researchers from outside of ISU. Learn the best practices for submitting IRB protocols with multiple institutions involved and determine how to best ensure research starts without any concerns.   Registration [...] Read Moreabout IRB Special Topics: External Collaborator

In this session, participants will learn about the informed consent process, including participant recruitment and the informed consent document. Discussion will center around what's required of you as the researcher, and best practices for designing and administering consent.   Registration [...] Read Moreabout Informed Consent

Applying to a Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOA) or DOE National Laboratory Announcements? Need to learn more about the Promoting Inclusive and Equitable Research (PIER) plan? We'll cover the newly updated requirements for PIER plans in these funding opportunities and discuss how to address them in your proposals. This workshop will include information on the general guidance language on PIER Plans, the merit review criterion and reviewer questions, and things to consider when developing a PIER Plan. Participants will learn how to create a PIER Plan that describes the applicant's activities and strategies to promote equity and inclusion in the research project. This workshop is ideal for researchers, grant writers, and institutional staff who [...] Read Moreabout Developing the DOE PIER Plans for Your Funding Proposals