Resources
Quicklinks
Quick links
Office of Institutional Review Board Administration
Ask about and obtain approvals before conducting research with humans: http://irb.ucsd.edu
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
Ask about and obtain approvals before teaching or research using animals: https://iacuc.ucsd.edu
Discuss expectations before and during any collaboration
Macrina FL et al. (1995): Dynamic Issues in Scientific Integrity: Collaborative Research. American Academy of Microbiology, Washington, D.C. http://academy.asm.org/images/stories/documents/dynamicissuesinscientificinte grity.pdf
Conflicts of Interest Office
Recognize, declare, and manage conflicts of interest: http://coi.ucsd.edu
International Committee of Medical Journal Editors Authorship Guidelines
Give credit where credit is due: http://www.icmje.org
Integrity of Research Policy and Procedures
Report the truth: http://adminrecords.ucsd.edu/ppm/docs/100-4.pdf
Office of the Ombuds
Address conflicts with a confidential, informal, and neutral resource: http://ombuds.ucsd.edu
UC San Diego Hotline
Report misconduct: 877-319-0265 http://blink.ucsd.edu/HR/supervising/resources/hotline.html
Office for the Prevention of Harassment & Discrimination (OPHD)
Report harassment and discrimination: https://ophd.ucsd.edu/
Research Ethics Program
Continue learning about responsible conduct of research: http://ethics.ucsd.edu
Resources by Topic
Authorship
Covers guidelines, criteria, and best practices for determining authorship credit in research publications, including dispute resolution resources.
Reporting questionable research practices
Outlines definitions of research misconduct (fabrication, falsification, plagiarism) and procedures for reporting suspected violations.
Whistleblowing
Explains the process and protections for individuals reporting research misconduct or improper governmental activities.
More Topics
Students
Ethical Guidelines for Research
Defines research ethics broadly and discusses fundamental distinctions between moral claims, legal requirements, and different levels of ethical questions.
Mentee Resources
Describes the importance of mentoring relationships in research and outlines the three domains of mentoring: scientific, professional, and personal
Staff
Administrative Procedures & Compliance Guidelines
Focuses on conflicts of interest in research, including financial conflicts and institutional procedures for managing them.
Policies and Guidelines
Provides a comprehensive overview of research policies and their role in maintaining institutional integrity and compliance.
Effective Research Team Management Resources
Offers guidance on managing research teams effectively, including strategic planning, communication, and resource allocation.
Conflict Resolution and Interpersonal Communication Strategies
Presents frameworks and techniques for preventing and resolving conflicts in research environments.
Faculty
Mentoring Best Practices & Resources
Explores the definition and importance of mentoring in research, covering scientific, professional, and personal mentoring domains.
Training Modules for Ethical Decision-Making
Contains materials and resources for teaching research ethics online and in workshops, including specific course resources.
Classroom & Lab Conflict Resolution Techniques
Offers specific strategies for managing conflicts in educational and laboratory settings with structured approaches to resolution.
Integrating Ethics into the Curriculum (Lesson Plans & Case Studies)
Provides tools and activities for teaching research ethics, including case study analysis methods and classroom activities.
Researchers
Data Management and AI Tools
Covers HIPAA-compliant AI tools, data management best practices, recordkeeping requirements, and sharing policies.
Data Analysis Support
Provides guidance on both quantitative and qualitative analysis methods, including statistical techniques and software tools.
Guides for Integrating Technology in Research
Discusses digital transformation in research, including automation, data management systems, and sustainable technology adoption.
Public Engagement & Research Communication Tools
Explores strategies for communicating research to public audiences and building engagement through various digital and traditional methods.
Related Programs
Campus Research Ethics Centers
The following related programs provide opportunities to become more involved in campus and community-wide discussions on various topics in research ethics.
Institute for Practical Ethics (IPE)
By leveraging the unique strengths of UC San Diego in the humanities, natural sciences and social sciences, the goal of the Institute for Practical Ethics is to become a leading voice on the ethics and social impact of cutting edge science.
Jacobs School of Engineering Research Ethics
In 2020, the Jacobs School of Engineering (JSOE) launched a new Research Ethics Initiative to promote research ethics awareness and conversations in the JSOE.
The Center for Ethics in Science and Technology (STEC)
The Center of Ethics in Science and Technology holds community engagement events to bring the public and scientists together to explore ethical challenges and solutions for diverse topics in science and technology.
ReCODE Health
ReCODE Health is here to support researchers, developers, participants and institutions to conduct digital health research.