Join us for a deep dive into the world of AI and its practical applications in the world of research operations. Charlie Fremont, an EHR application analyst specializing in research operations and billing, discusses how AI technology has helped him create new workflows that have vastly improved processes. Not only does he share details around how h…

In this episode, we dive deep into the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), exploring its history and the significant developments over the past two years that have impacted both students and universities. From the origins of FAFSA as a tool to make higher education more accessible, to recent changes aimed at simplifying the process, w…

Discusses cellular agriculture, including current applications, benefits, technological progress and challenges, and ethical issues. Our guest today is Natalie Rubio, the executive director of the Cellular Agriculture Commercialization Laboratory at Tufts University, who is working to convert early-stage innovations to impactful technologies to red…

Join us for a fascinating discussion about the intersection of Research and Politics. Rachel Baker, a research nurse and House Representative in the state of Ohio, discusses working in two very different fields and how they both inform each other. We focus on the similarities of the fields and the transferable skills that Rachel has learned from he…

In this episode, Justin Osborne, Associate Vice President at HRP Consulting Group, shares his 17-year journey in clinical research, focusing on his roles in Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and HRP's consulting services for universities. Justin also highlights the value of networking and resources for universities. The episode concludes with insi…

This episode discusses the principles, practices, and technologies associated with open science and underscores the critical role that various stakeholders, including researchers, funders, publishers, and institutions, play in advancing it. Our guest today is Brian Nosek, the co-founder and Executive Director of the Center for Open Science and a pr…

Join us for a discussion about the always-interesting topic of Quality Improvement vs. Research. What is the difference between QI and Research, and how do researchers and IRBs determine the difference between the two? Tiffany Gommel shares her experience, some helpful insights, and practical advice on this topic. Additional Resources: Example of Q…

As enrollment levels for traditional-aged college students decline, credit for prior learning has become a vital topic of conversation within higher education. Awarding credit for previous work or certifications offers a promising strategy to boost enrollment numbers. In this episode, Dr. Sara Cunningham explores how organizations like the American…

Discusses smart city technologies, including some ethical and regulatory considerations. Our guest today is Junfeng Jiao, an Associate Professor in the Community and Regional Planning Program at the University of Texas at Austin. He is the founding director of the Urban Information Lab, Texas Smart Cities, the UT Ethical AI program, and a founding …

Join us for a thoughtful, long-form discussion about the evolving IRB Industry. Julie Blasingim, the CEO of Univo IRB, sits down to talk about how we got to the current IRB landscape we have now, and the future of IRBs. She covers a lot of areas related to the IRB, including how for-profit IRBs balance ethical reviews with the economics of business…

Title IX regulations have been modified and updated throughout the years, with the most recent updates being released in April 2024 and set to take effect on August 1, 2024. In this episode we sit down with Dr. Adrienne Lyles to delve into the intricacies of Title IX, exploring the impact on educational institutions and the lives of students. Dr. L…

Discusses how you can leverage Biotility’s educational offerings for talent development and career growth in the biosciences. Our guest today is Tamara Mandell, the Director of the Education and Training Programs at Biotility, a leader in biotech education and training. Tamara has more than 12 years of combined academic research and industrial biot…

Access to research is a complicated but essential area of growing concern in the research industry. As technology advances, many smaller research sites and rural areas can’t compete or keep up. By narrowing the field of eligible research participants, we lose important patient populations. Jessica Rowe, the Director of Quality and Education at the …

This episode is part 2 of our conversation about AI in the Classroom with guests Dr. Mohammad Hosseini and Dr. Michał Wieczorek. Dr. Hosseini is an assistant professor at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University. And Dr. Wieczorek is an IRC Government and Ireland Fellow at Dublin City University. The discussion continues with Drs.…

Examines the requirements and various considerations for research security training. Our guests today are Mike Steele and Emily Bradford. Mike is an Expert in the Office of the Chief of Research Security Strategy and Policy at the National Science Foundation, where he supports efforts to develop research security training and the office’s global ou…

Research security is about protecting the means, know-how, and products of U.S. research and development until they are ready to be shared. In 2021, the government issued a national presidential memorandum with updated requirements for institutions around research. Emily Bradford joins us to explain these new research security requirements and sugg…

This episode is Part 1 of 2 of our conversation about AI in the Classroom. Guests include Dr. Mohammad Hosseini and Dr. Michał Wieczorek. Dr. Hosseini is an assistant professor at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University. Dr. Wieczorek is an IRC Government of Ireland Postdoctoral Fellow at Dublin City University. Part 1 discusses …

Discusses the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate antibiotic discovery. Our guest today is César de la Fuente who is a Presidential Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania. César’s research focuses on using computational approaches to accelerate discoveries in biology and medicine. Specifically, he pioneered the developm…

A growing area of research involves exception from informed consent. In an emergency setting, participants can be enrolled in a trial without their consent. Mike Linke joins On Research to discuss the regulations and ethical considerations around this important area of research. Additional Resources: FDA Guidance Document for EFIC studies - https:/…

On this episode, we feature David Chadwick – Founder and CEO of RealResponse. David founded RealResponse in 2015 following graduation from Valparaiso University where he was a basketball student-athlete. RealResponse is committed to elevating voices by offering a safe, anonymous platform for two-way communications, ensuring everyone has a chance to…

Discusses RealResponse, which is a platform that helps create safe, ethical, and inclusive educational and workplace environments. Our guest today is David Chadwick who is the Founder and CEO of RealResponse. Additional resources: · RealResponse: https://www.realresponse.com/ · On Campus with CITI Program: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1896915 · CITI …

Discusses artificial placenta and womb technologies, including some ethical considerations for first-in-human clinical trials. Our guest today is Stephanie Kukora who is a neonatologist and bioethicist at Children’s Mercy Kansas City, where she serves as core faculty in the Certificate Program in Pediatric Bioethics. She conducts research related t…

A discussion about research site operations. We talk about the different types of sites, different recruitment strategies, how DCTs impact dedicated research sites, and the financial impact technology brings to sites. Adam Roth, the Vice President of Site Services at CTI, shares his experience and insights into the site world. Guest Bio: Adam Roth …

Our guest is Dr. Angela Bruch. Dr. Bruch is a senior research faculty member at Capella University. She currently teaches solely in an online environment and works to make research methods and statistics feel welcoming, interesting, and even enjoyable for all students. Angela earned her Ph.D. in industrial and organizational (IO) psychology at DePa…

Discusses privacy and other ethical considerations for extended reality settings. Our guest today is Mihaela Popescu who is a Professor of Digital Media in the Department of Communication Studies at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) and the Faculty Director of CSUSB's Extended Reality for Learning Lab (xREAL). She holds a Ph.D. in…

Our guest this month is Kate Cohen, the Chief Compliance Officer at SIU Medicine in Illinois. Kate breaks down the concept of research compliance, sharing best practices and practical guidance. We dive into essential elements of a compliance research program, as well as how someone new to this side of the industry can take steps to break in and lea…

Our guest is Dr. Metin Eren. He is an Associate Professor of Archaeology at Kent State University and a Research Associate at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. He did his undergraduate degree at Harvard and his Masters and Ph.D. degrees at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Eren has published over 200 scholarly papers and th…

Discusses considerations for using artificial intelligence in Institutional Review Board operations. Our guest is Myra Luna-Lucero, EdD, the Research Compliance Director at Columbia University’s Teachers College. She spearheaded the College’s “Ethics & Safety Amid Uncertainty” initiative and co-chaired the Research Compliance & Safety Committee. Sh…

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) on college campuses pose a significant public health concern, affecting the well-being of students. The unique social dynamics of college life, characterized by increased sexual activity and a transient environment, contribute to the spread of STIs. Despite efforts to promote safe sex practices, many students …

This is a special edition of On Research with CITI Program. Guest hosted by Margaret Rankovic, Director of Content and Education at CITI Program, this podcast provides a recap, insights, and key takeaways from the recently concluded PRIM&R 2023 conference. The panel includes the following from CITI Program leadership team: Bharat Krishna, SVP & Man…

Discusses recent developments in the regulation of artificial intelligence. Our guest today is Brenda Leong who is a Partner at Luminos.Law and an adjunct faculty member teaching privacy and information security at George Mason University. Additional resources: · White House Fact Sheet on the Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy AI: htt…

Dr. Matt Jans has been conducting and innovating surveys for almost 25 years. He is currently Lead Statistician for the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) at the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS).* His survey experience spans academic, government, and private sectors. He is an active member of the American Associat…

Discusses the impact of generative artificial intelligence on research integrity. Our guest today is Mohammad Hosseini who is an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University. Mohammad’s work explores a broad range of research ethics issues, such as recognizing contributions in academic publications, citations and publication ethics, gender issues…

Dr. Matt Jans has been conducting and innovating surveys for almost 25 years. He is currently Lead Statistician for the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) at the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS).* His survey experience spans academic, government, and private sectors. He is an active member of the American Associat…

Philip A. Chan, M.D., M.S., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine and School of Public Health at Brown University and infectious diseases physician. Dr. Chan also serves as Consultant Medical Director for the Rhode Island Department of Health Division of Preparedness, Response, Infectious Disease and EMS (PRIDEMS). He has led stat…

Sarah E. Whitley serves as vice president of the Center for First-generation Student Success, an initiative of NASPA and The Suder Foundation. Prior to joining NASPA, Sarah earned a Ph.D. in higher education from the University of Virginia School of Education and Human Development before serving as director of First-Year Experience and Family Progr…

Tanya Brown is the Senior Director, HR Consulting, Employee and Labor Relations at Vanderbilt University. She has 15 years of experience in Human Resources in many industries including the private sector, public sector, and higher education. Tanya currently leads a team of HR Consultants, who are the primary contact for leaders and employees across…

Sukrit Venkatagiri is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Swarthmore College. His research interests are in social computing and mis/disinformation studies, where he explores the ethical design of technology. At Swarthmore College, he directs the Collective Resilience Lab to help people resist strategic misinformation an…

Discusses ethical and policy considerations for xenotransplantation clinical trials. Our guest today is Karen Maschke, a Senior Research Scholar at The Hastings Center and editor of The Hastings Center’s journal Ethics & Human Research. Her work focuses on ethical, regulatory, and policy issues associated with developing and using new biotechnologi…

Dave Smallen is a research psychologist who studies and communicates about relationships and human connection. He holds a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and has collaborated on research with the Social Interaction Lab at The University of Minnesota. His published research can be found in academ…

Our guest today is Patrick English, a Professor of Automotive Engineering Technology at Ferris State University. He teaches both the engineering aspects and the service of advanced vehicles. Dr. English has two technical associates, a BS in vocational industrial education, a master’s degree in workforce education development, and a PhD in technolog…

James Murphy is the Deputy Director of Higher Education Policy at Education Reform Now. His writing and research about higher education have been featured in The Atlantic, the New York Times, the New Yorker, Vanity Fair, and other publications. In the summer of 2023, the United States Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action sent shockwaves t…

In this special edition of the On Research with CITI Program podcast, we speak to Sally Mann about her role as an unaffiliated IRB member. Regulations in the U.S. and Canada include requirements associated with the membership of Institutional Review Boards (IRBs)/Research Ethics Boards (REBs). Both regulations require at least one member not to be …

Denise O’Neill is the Director of Enrollment Management at Penn State University (Lehigh Valley). Her primary responsibilities include admissions, financial aid, and grant-funded student success programs. With over 25 years of progressive experience in leadership, administration, teaching, and supervision in higher education, she has served as the …

Tiffany D. Tucker is the Deputy Director of Athletics at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW). She is the chief operations officer responsible for the department’s day-to-day operations. She is one of Sports Illustrated’s 100 Influential Black Women in Sports. Tiffany is the 2022 recipient of the NIKE Nell Jackson Executive of the Yea…

Addresses human subjects research in space, including the unique ethical and regulatory considerations. Our guest today is Tom Salazar, the Chief Research Oversight and Compliance Officer at Travis Air Force Base in Northern California. Tom’s areas of expertise include bioethics and research compliance in topics such as psychedelic drugs, neuroscie…

Discusses how the recent changes to the social media landscape may affect researchers and society. Our guest is Nicholas Proferes, an Assistant Professor at Arizona State University’s School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. His research interests include users’ understanding of socio-technical systems such as social media, societal discourse abou…

Linda Reuter has been involved with IRB Administration in various capacities for over 30 years, currently serving as the Sr. Director for BRANY IRB. Responsibilities include supervising the IRB staff, maintaining compliance with the IRB SOPs and applicable regulations, supervising pre and post-IRB meeting activities, expedited reviews, continuing r…

Dr. Justin A. Gutzwa (they/them) is an Assistant Professor of Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education at Michigan State University. Shaped by their experiences as a queer, nonbinary, trans scholar, Justin employs critical theories and qualitative methods to dismantle deficit-based understandings of queer and trans communities in postsecondary educati…

Bryce Hughes is an associate professor of education at Montana State University. He holds a Ph.D. in education from UCLA, an MA in student development administration from Seattle University, and a BS in general engineering from Gonzaga University. His work highlights the disproportionate rates at which LGBTQ students leave STEM fields. His recent N…