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The pages below offer newsworthy topics, helpful regulatory tips, and updates to RCR policy, procedures, and guidelines for those involved in research.

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December 23, 2024

December RCR Newsletter

In this edition:

  • Have a Wonderful Holiday Season!
  • In the News:
    • "What Do We Do With Monstrous Mentors?"
    • "Detection or Deception: The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Research Misconduct"
    • US DHHS ORI Research Misconduct Case Summaries.
  • RCR In-Person Trainers by College
  • Update on Online Compliance for the In-Person Training/Discussion Component by College
  • RCR In-Person Training
  • iThenticate for UK Faculty
  • UK ERN (LabArchives)

November 25, 2024

November RCR Newsletter

In this edition:

  • In the News:
    • "AI-generated images threaten science - here's how researchers hope to spot them"
    • "Ranking Pressure Takes Toll On Research Credibility"
    • US DHHS ORI Research Misconduct Case Summaries.
  • RCR In-Person Trainers by College
  • Update on Online Compliance for the In-Person Training/Discussion Component by College
  • RCR In-Person Training
  • iThenticate for UK Faculty
  • UK ERN (LabArchives)

October 28, 2024

October RCR Newsletter

In this edition:

  • In the News:
    • "A scientific fraud. An investigation. A lab in recovery."
    • "AI Detectors Falsely Accuse Students of Cheating - With Big Consequences"
    • US DHHS ORI Research Misconduct Case Summaries.
  • NEW! RCR In-Person Trainers by College Webpage
  • Update on Online Compliance for the In-Person Training/Discussion Component by College
  • RCR In-Person Training Update
  • iThenticate for UK Faculty
  • UK ERN (LabArchives)
  • Interested in being an RCR trainer?

September 30, 2024

September RCR Newsletter

In this edition:

  • In the News:
    • "Academic bullying is hidden in plain sight"
    • "UK Plans to Fire Former Lab Director Stanley"
    • US DHHS ORI Research Misconduct Case Summaries.
  • Why RCR Training Matters
  • Update on Online Compliance for the In-Person Training/Discussion Component by College
  • RCR In-Person Training Update
  • iThenticate for UK Faculty
  • UK ERN (LabArchives)
  • Interested in being an RCR trainer?

August 28, 2024

August RCR Newsletter

In this edition:

  • In the News:
    • "How restorative justice could help to heal science communities torn apart by harassment misconduct"
    • "Former Maryland dept. chair with $19 million in grants faked data in 13 papers, feds say"
    • US DHHS ORI Research Misconduct Case Summaries.
  • Why RCR Training Matters
  • Update on Online Compliance for the In-Person Training/Discussion Component by College
  • RCR In-Person Training Update
  • iThenticate for UK Faculty
  • UK ERN (LabArchives)
  • Interested in being an RCR trainer?

July 25, 2024

July RCR Newsletter

In this edition:

  • In the News:
    • "'Grimpact': psychological researchers should do more to prevent widespread harm"
    • "Science stands on shaky shoulders with research misconduct"
    • US DHHS ORI Research Misconduct Case Summaries.
  • Update on Online Compliance for the In-Person Training/Discussion Component by College
  • RCR In-Person Training Update
  • iThenticate for UK Faculty
  • UK ERN (LabArchives)
  • Interested in being an RCR trainer?

June 28, 2024

June RCR Newsletter

In this edition:

  • In the News:
    • "Researchers plan to retract landmark Alzheimer's paper containing doctored images"
    • "Elite researchers in China say they had 'no choice' but to commit misconduct"
    • US DHHS ORI Research Misconduct Case Summaries.
  • Update on Online Compliance for the In-Person Training/Discussion Component by College
  • RCR In-Person Training Update
  • iThenticate for UK Faculty
  • UK ERN (LabArchives)
  • Interested in being an RCR trainer?

April 25, 2024

April RCR Newsletter

In this edition:

  • In the News:
    • "Universities Oppose Federal Plan to Bolster Research Misconduct Oversight"
    • "One Scientist Neglected Hi Grant Reports. Now U.S. Agencies are Withholding Grants for an Entire University"
    • US DHHS ORI Research Misconduct Case Summaries.
  • Update on Online Compliance for the In-Person Training/Discussion Component by College
  • RCR In-Person Training Update
  • iThenticate for UK Faculty

March 25, 2024

March RCR Newsletter

In this edition:

  • In the News:
    • "Science integrity sleuths welcome legal aid fund for whistleblowers"
    • "Bullied in science: I quit my job and launched an advocacy non-profit"
    • US DHHS ORI Research Misconduct Case Summaries.
  • Update on Online Compliance for the In-Person Training/Discussion Component by College
  • RCR In-Person Training Update
  • iThenticate for UK Faculty
  • LabArchives @ UK
  • Interested in being an RCR trainer?
  • "Overview of RCR" video

February 28, 2024

February RCR Newsletter

In this edition:

  • RCR In-Person Training Update
  • Update on Online Compliance for the In-Person Training/Discussion Component by College
  • iThenticate for UK Faculty
  • LabArchives @ UK
  • Interested in being an RCR trainer?
  • "Overview of RCR" video
  • In the News:
    • "In the AI science boom, beware: your results are only as good as your data"
    • "A flurry of research misconduct cases has universities scrambling to protect themselves"
    • US DHHS ORI Research Misconduct Case Summaries. 

January 29, 2024

January RCR Newsletter

In this edition:

  • RCR In-Person Training Update
  • Update on Online Compliance for the In-Person Training/Discussion Component by College
  • iThenticate for UK Faculty
  • LabArchives @ UK
  • Interested in being an RCR trainer?
  • "Overview of RCR" video
  • In the News:
    • "Genuine images in 2024"
    • "Whistleblowing microbiologist wins unfair dismissal case against USGS"
    • US DHHS ORI Research Misconduct Case Summaries.