Responsible conduct of research (RCR)
Responsible conduct of research (RCR) is defined by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) as “the practice of scientific investigation with integrity.” RCR refers to a set of ethical guidelines for researchers to follow while designing, carrying out, and reporting research projects. Honesty, precision, efficiency, and impartiality are at the core of the RCR principles. RCR education is provided by most of the universities in USA. It usually covers the topics: Data acquisition, management, sharing and ownership Publication practices and responsible authorship Mentorship and mentor training – mentor/mentee responsibilities and relationships Peer review Collaborative research Research misconduct and questionable Research Practices Scientific rigor and reproducibility Protection of human subjects Welfare of laboratory animals Conflicts of interest and commitment Safe research environments – harassment, bullying, and inappropriate behavior Scientists as responsible members of society Co...