Training

Policy Requirements UTD researchers supported by external research funding are required to complete a conflict of interest training at least once every four years, per the requirements of the Research Conflict of Interest policy. The purpose of the training is to provide information and guidance about the requirements and obligations of federal, state, and UT System …read more

Building Access

NSERL and BSB are secure research facilities that require card access to enter various corridors and labs. Any new personnel must go through certain steps to obtain access and the below is a great tool to review to make sure all steps are completed. BSB & NSERL Access All BSB and NSERL lab personnel will …read more

Policies and Procedures

I. Purpose II. Scope of Review Recombinant DNA Pathogens Select Agents and Biological Toxins Biological materials (cells, tissues, fluids, etc.) derived from humans and non-human primates Particularly Hazardous Chemicals III. The Committee Composition Terms of Membership Conflict of Interest Policy IV. Responsibilities UT Dallas IBCC Committee Chair Biological Safety Officer (BSO) Committee Coordinator Principal Investigators …read more

For Participants

The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) Office of Research Integrity and Outreach is responsible for ensuring the protection of the rights, welfare, and well-being of participants involved in research studies conducted by UTD faculty, staff and students – per federal law and regulations. One way this is accomplished is by having all research studies …read more

How to Disclose Activities and Interests

Requirements by Role Employees UTD employees, including faculty and staff researchers, must disclose academic appointments, consulting and professional activities, board service, and financial interests that create the appearance for conflict of interest to comply with UTDPP1102. Approval by the employee’s department and/or school dean is required prior to engaging in activities that require commitment of …read more

Human Subjects Protections

Legacy Study Update: Due to inconsistencies identified between the initially approved studies and corresponding Cayuse Legacy applications, all active Legacy studies must be closed by April 30th, 2024. This decision was made based on institutional recommendations to ensure compliance with current UTD / IRB Policies and Procedures, HHS Regulations, and NIH Policy. A new Initial application must be submitted …read more

Preparing the Budget

Preparation of the budget is, for many researchers, the most difficult section of the proposal. Granting agencies see hundreds of proposals yearly and are proficient at comparing levels of funding requested to the research work proposed. Therefore, it is important that the budget section of the proposal reflect, as accurately as possible, the funding needed …read more

Glossary

Term Acronym Definition A A-110   Uniform administrative requirements for grants agreements, a circular published by the federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB), that sets forth standards for obtaining consistency and uniformity among federal agencies in the administration of grants to and agreements with institutions of higher education, hospitals and other non-profit organizations. Replaced …read more

Contracts

Tips for Engaging with Industry Sponsors General Principles We work with faculty to understand each research project a contract is meant to cover, negotiate the agreement terms with sponsoring agencies, and obtain institutional approvals for the contracts from University administration. Our goal is to put legally binding contracts into place that are most appropriate for each …read more

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