What CITI Program is Reading – September 3, 2026
3 September 2026 by CITI Program

“What CITI Program is Reading” is our biweekly blog series which highlights news articles curated by our staff and relevant to research, higher education, healthcare,…

On Research Podcast – Research Ethics for All: Expanding Access to Research Ethics Education
2 September 2026 by CITI Program

Season 3 – Episode 20 – Research Ethics for All: Expanding Access to Research Ethics Education This episode explores how accessible research ethics education can…

Social Media and Internet Research: What IRBs Are Really Looking For in 2026
31 August 2026 by CITI Program

Overview Social media and internet-based research have become embedded in modern scholarship. Investigators analyze public posts, recruit participants through social platforms, observe online communities, and…

Research Security Recordkeeping: Building Institutional Memory in a Changing Compliance Environment
30 August 2026 by CITI Program

As Research Security Evolves, Documentation Is Becoming a Strategic Asset Research security requirements have changed dramatically over the past several years. New federal policies, updated…

What Protections Apply to Deceased Individuals in Research?
30 August 2026 by Tasha Mohseni, BS

Introduction Whether you’re conducting or reviewing human subjects research, federal regulations define who counts as a human subject. The Common Rule (45 CFR 46, Subpart…

CITI Program Media Playlist – August 26, 2026
26 August 2026 by CITI Program

CITI Program’s media playlists highlight content curated by our staff and relevant to research, higher education, healthcare, technology, and more. Follow us on LinkedIn for…

Research Security Readiness: Questions Institutions Should Be Asking in 2026
25 August 2026 by CITI Program

Introduction Research security continues to receive increased attention across the federal research landscape. Depending on the agency, award, and institutional responsibilities involved, research security expectations…

Draft NIH Biosafety Policy: Key Changes and Next Steps
24 August 2026 by CITI Program

Introduction The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is requesting public comment through Notice NOT-OD-26-112 on a proposed NIH Biosafety Policy for Research Involving Biohazards. If…

Urgent vs. Important: A Practical Guide for Research Administrators
21 August 2026 by Sarah Milligan, MPA, CRA

Introduction If the ping of an email notification sounds more like an alarm siren, you might need to re-evaluate the way you prioritize your workday….

NSF Proposes Replacing the PAPPG with the Guidance on Financial Assistance (GFA)
20 August 2026 by CITI Program

Overview The National Science Foundation (NSF) is proposing a significant change to the policy framework that governs how researchers and institutions apply for and manage…

On Campus Podcast – Student Success Starts with Purpose: Strategies for Supporting First-Year Students
20 August 2026 by CITI Program

Season 4 – Episode 8 – Student Success Starts with Purpose: Strategies for Supporting First-Year Students This episode discusses how colleges and universities can help…

On Tech Ethics Podcast – AI and Software in Research: When FDA Rules Apply
19 August 2026 by CITI Program

Season 1 – Episode 47 – AI and Software in Research: When FDA Rules Apply Discusses regulatory considerations for research involving medical devices, particularly given…