Cheminformatics Resources of U.S. Governmental Organizations 2026 Workshop
2026-01-05 09:00 - 2026-01-07 16:30 (America/New_York) | White Oak Campus: The Great Room FDA Headquarters, 10903 New Hampshire Avenue, Bldg. 31, Great Room Conference Center, Silver Spring, MD, 20993, United States
The FDA’s Chemical Informatics and Modeling Interest Group will host the “Cheminformatics Resources of U.S. Governmental Organizations 2026 Workshop” from January 5–7, 2026. This workshop brings together government-funded organizations involved in developing and maintaining chemical databases, data standards, datasets, and computational tools.
Designed to strengthen communication and collaboration across federal agencies, the event will focus on advancing shared scientific approaches related to chemical structures and the properties of molecules and materials.
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SciOSciComm SIG: Insights and Practical Considerations for Communicating Basic Science: Reflections on 5 Years of SciPEP
2026-01-08 13:30 - 14:30 | Online
Join the NIH and Dr. Budenholzer for a presentation on key insights from “Insights and Practical Considerations for Communicating Basic Science,” the capstone report of the SciPEP initiative led by The Kavli Foundation and the U.S. Department of Energy. Her presentation will distill five years of research into effective public engagement with basic science, highlighting major themes, practical tips, and emerging questions relevant to scientists, communicators, trainers, and social science researchers. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how to strengthen communication strategies and support public engagement efforts across diverse scientific fields.
This session is hosted by the NIH Science of Science Communication Interest Group (ScioSciComm-SIG), which meets monthly to examine evidence-based approaches to science communication.
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Free Live Webinar - Risk Mitigation and Support for Younger Study Populations
2026-01-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Risk Mitigation and Support for Younger Study Populations
Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
Research involving children requires a careful balance between protecting a vulnerable population and enabling valuable scientific inquiry. This webinar provides you with actionable strategies for translating the regulatory requirements of 45 CFR 46, Subpart D into actionable, ethical procedures tailored for field research, especially with younger participants. The webinar also identifies areas where the regulations allow flexibility, highlights strategies for clear communication of Institutional Review Board (IRB) expectations, and examines effective collaboration between IRBs and researchers to ensure ethical and feasible study designs.
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Technology Transfer in the NIH Intramural Research Program
2026-01-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
Join The NIH Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) for a presentation covering a number of technology transfer activities, including:

What Does “Technology Transfer” mean at the NIH?
How Technology Transfer is Organized in the IRP
What exactly does NIH OTT do?
Quick Primer on NIH Patenting and Licensing
Technology Transfer Impacts in the Real World

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NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Webinar—Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information: Overview of the NIST Special Publication 800-171, Revision 3 Small Business Primer
2026-01-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
NIST has released a new small business primer for SP 800-171, Revision 3, designed to help small and medium-sized businesses understand and apply the requirements for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
In this upcoming webinar, NIST will give an overview of the primer and walk attendees through its main points to help organizations more easily strengthen their security practices.
Topics Covered:

A foundational overview of SP 800-171.
Key differences between SP 800-171 Revision 2 and Revision 3.
An overview of the relationship between SP 800-171 and SP 800-171A.
Considerations to be mindful of as small organizations begin implementing the requirements in SP 800-171.
Answers to frequently asked questions.

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Fueling Cancer Progression by the Nervous System Webinar - Neuroepithelial Interactions in Cancer
2026-01-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
The NIH “Fueling Cancer Progression by the Nervous System” webinar series will present six sessions examining the critical intersection of neuroscience and cancer biology. Each webinar will delve into how interactions among the nervous system, cancer cells, and the surrounding microenvironment shape tumor progression and metastatic colonization.
The introductory talk will offer a historical perspective and a broad overview of the field of cancer neuroscience.
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Free Live Webinar - The Essential Guide to Forming a Research Integrity Standing Committee
2026-01-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
The Essential Guide to Forming a Research Integrity Standing Committee
Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. ET
This webinar provides a practical overview of different approaches to structuring research integrity oversight, including ad hoc models and Research Integrity Standing Committees (RISC). Participants will explore the advantages and challenges of a RISC, along with the key roles, incentives, and responsibilities that support its success. The session also outlines the core functions of a RISC and offers clear, actionable steps for effective implementation.
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Retrotransposons and Retroviruses; DNA on the Move
2026-01-22 11:45 - 13:00 | Main NIH Campus; Building 10 (Clinical Center); 10; B1N206, 10 Center Drive, Bethesda, MD, 20892, United States
Join the NIH session on “Retrotransposons and Retroviruses; DNA on the Move” as part of a scientific seminar series that brings together Principal Investigators, Senior Scientists, and Senior Clinicians to share leading research and emerging developments across biomedical fields. Each session features a 20–30 minute presentation followed by an engaging Q&A or journal club discussion designed to promote scholarly exchange.
The featured presentation will explore the pivotal role of transposable elements (TEs)—mobile DNA sequences that make up a substantial portion of the eukaryotic genome.
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Federal Demonstration Partnership January 2026 Meeting
2026-01-26 11:00 - 2026-01-28 17:00 | Online
Join The Federal Demonstration Partnership (FDP) for its virtual meeting on January 26-28, 2026. This meeting is open to the public.
The FDP seeks to improve the efficiency of federally funded research while developing tools and resources that support the research community.
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Free Live Webinar - NIH Biospecimen Security Policy
2026-01-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
NIH Biospecimen Security Policy
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
NIH Policy on Enhancing Security Measures for Human Biospecimens follows a broader federal trend toward tightening physical and operational controls on sensitive personal data, especially in light of DOJ’s bulk-data rule and federal concerns about unauthorized foreign access. This webinar introduces the policy’s rationale, situates it within NIH’s existing data and research-governance framework, and outlines the safeguards NIH now expects from institutions handling human specimens. Attendees will gain a grounded understanding of what the policy covers, why it emerged, and what early steps they should consider.
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Cardiopulmonary Complications of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HCT) and Gene Therapy Workshop
2026-01-29 09:00 - 2026-01-30 17:00 | Online
The NIH is hosting a hybrid workshop that brings together experts to dive into new research regarding the future of HCT and gene therapy for sickle cell disease. This workshop provides an opportunity to contribute to improving care for patients with pulmonary complications.
Objectives:

Showcase the latest research breakthroughs funded under NOT-HL-20-761, focusing on pulmonary complications of HCT in childhood.
Foster collaboration to expand the scientific scope to include adults, devices, advanced analytics, and experimental human studies under NOT-HL-23-116.
Identify knowledge gaps to guide future research on pulmonary complications linked to HCT and gene therapy in sickle cell disease.

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Strengthening and Modernizing Biosafety Oversight: Region 4 Listening Session
2026-01-29 12:00 - 13:15 | Online
NIH, in partnership with the Southern Biosafety Association, will host the fourth public listening session in an ongoing series aimed at gathering stakeholder input on efforts to modernize and enhance biosafety oversight.
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Free Live Webinar - Participatory Science and the Institutional Review Board
2026-01-29 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Participatory Science and the Institutional Review Board
Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
Participatory science—research conducted with or by members of the public—offers powerful opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and community engagement. At the same time, it raises distinct ethical and regulatory considerations that challenge traditional research oversight frameworks.
This webinar will describe the meaning of participatory science, explore common ethical issues such as data quality, accountability, labor and compensation, credit, and power dynamics, and examine how these issues intersect with IRB review. Participants will gain practical insight into the unique challenges participatory science presents and learn key considerations for effective IRB oversight.
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Clinical Center Ethics Grand Rounds: Reducing Use of Animals in NIH Research
2026-02-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Main NIH Campus; Building 10 (Clinical Center); Lipsett. Amphitheater., 10 Center Drive, Bethesda, MD, 20892, United States
Join the NIH on February 4 for a presentation titled “Clinical Center Ethics Grand Rounds: Reducing Use of Animals in NIH Research,” presented by Jayanta Bhattacharya.
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FNIH Biomarkers Consortium 20th Anniversary Symposium
2026-02-09 09:00 - 2026-02-10 16:00 | Online
The Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) Biomarkers Consortium is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a scientific symposium recognizing two decades of progress in advancing biomarker science. The event will highlight the Consortium’s impact on disease prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment through collaborative research and real-world applications. It will also showcase key scientific achievements, examine lessons learned from cross-sector partnerships, and support discussion around future directions for biomarker development and collaboration within the broader research community.
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FISSEA Winter Forum
2026-02-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
FISSEA is marking 38 years of collaboration and leadership with a continued focus on its annual theme, “Collaborative Cybersecurity: Building a Community of Awareness and Action.” Its Quarterly Forums serve as a platform for members of the Federal Information Security Educators community to receive policy and program updates, share best practices, and engage in discussions that support collective learning and advancement in federal cybersecurity education.
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AI in Research Assessment, A Global Symposium
2026-02-11 08:00 - 10:00 | Online
The Research Evaluation Group (INORMS) and REACH Network will host a Global Symposium on “AI in Research Assessment” on February 11, 2026. The event brings together international experts in research policy and evaluation to examine how artificial intelligence may influence the future of research assessment. As AI tools increasingly demonstrate the ability to generate detailed, human-like evaluations, the symposium will explore both their potential to reduce administrative burden and support large-scale assessment, and the challenges they pose for transparency, equity, accuracy, and research integrity.
The symposium will consider how AI might align with approaches that value mentorship, open science, societal impact, and collaboration beyond traditional metrics. Participants will explore where AI can add value, what safeguards are needed, and how human judgment should remain central to research evaluation.
Key Questions:

When can AI meaningfully contribute to research assessment?
What standards, governance, and oversight are required?
Which tasks should remain firmly in the hands of peer review?

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Free Live Webinar - Applications of AI in the Medicare Coverage Analysis
2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Applications of AI in the Medicare Coverage Analysis
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET
This webinar first defines what AI is to ensure the audience has a fundamental understanding of the technology and some of the terms we will utilize throughout the webinar. The webinar then focuses on explaining the various bottlenecks in the Medicare Coverage Analysis process. The final portion of the presentation will cover how AI can be leveraged to address these bottlenecks and pain points.
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2058 Document Control and Record Keeping
2026-02-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Online
Join the NIST for a webinar that provides an overview of controlled document management and record keeping as essential processes in calibration laboratories. The session will introduce key principles of Laboratory Management System document control required to support effective record management and successful implementation of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
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Strengthening and Modernizing Biosafety Oversight: Region 5 Listening Session
2026-02-12 15:00 - 16:15 | Online
Join the NIH and the Front Range Biosafety Association on February 12 for their virtual listening session focused on advancing efforts to modernize and strengthen biosafety oversight.
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NIST Small Business Community of Interest Quarterly Calls
2026-02-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Small Business Cybersecurity Community of Interest (COI) brings together public and private sector stakeholders to share insights, challenges, and expertise that help inform NIST’s efforts to address the cybersecurity needs of small businesses. The COI’s quarterly meetings provide updates on NIST’s small business cybersecurity initiatives, feature discussions on relevant topics, and offer opportunities for participants to engage through questions and dialogue.
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Public Meeting: FDA Rare Disease Day 2026
2026-02-23 09:00 - 16:00 | Online
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will host Rare Disease Day, a virtual public meeting, on Monday, February 23, 2026, in observance of Rare Disease Week. With the theme “Moving Forward. Looking Ahead. An Event for Patients,” the meeting will focus on strengthening engagement and collaboration with patients and their communities to support and accelerate the development of medical products for rare diseases. The event will also highlight opportunities for patients to connect with FDA and participate in ongoing outreach and engagement efforts to ensure patient perspectives inform medical product development and regulatory decision-making.
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ASCE Tenth Annual Seminar
2026-02-24 - 2026-02-26 | Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center, 177 Joe Routt Blvd, College Station, TX, 77840, United States
ASCE 2026 will bring together more than 600 leaders from federal agencies, over 150 universities, and representatives from 25 countries for a global discussion on the future of academic research security. The event focuses on strengthening international collaboration while addressing the evolving challenges facing research institutions worldwide.
Centered on the theme “Securing Knowledge Across Borders: Strengthening International Research Partnerships,” the conference will explore four key areas:

Institutional Research Security: Policy, Compliance, and Implementation
Global Collaboration and Strategic Partnerships
Emerging Threats and Adaptive Security Strategies
Education, Training, and Workforce Development in Research Security

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COGR February Virtual Membership Meeting 2026
2026-02-24 - 2026-02-27 | Online
COGR will host its annual virtual membership meeting from February 24-27, 2026.
The membership meeting offers a nationwide forum for members and ERI representatives to engage on important federal policy, compliance, and research administration matters. The meeting will feature plenary discussions, agency briefings, and committee updates while covering evolving regulatory and policy issues.
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Strengthening and Modernizing Biosafety Oversight: Region 6 Listening Session
2026-02-26 13:00 - 14:15 | Online
Join the NIH, the University of California Biological Safety Officer’s Working Group, BioNet, and the Arizona Biosafety Alliance for a public listening session on February 26 regarding the NIH’s effort to modernize and strengthen biosafety oversight.
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Free Live Webinar - Surviving and Thriving with Professional Change
2026-02-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Surviving and Thriving with Professional Change
Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
Individuals may encounter professional change in expected or unexpected ways. Regardless of how it is encountered, professional change requires individuals to adjust. This webinar focuses on adjusting in ways that support individuals not only in surviving, but also in thriving in their new normal. Drawing on the speaker’s own experience and lessons learned, this webinar explores key considerations and strategies for navigating professional change.
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Annual Research Ethics Day Conference 2026 — The Future of Research Ethics: Threats & Opportunities
2026-03-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Online
The University of Minnesota’s 11th Annual Research Ethics Day Conference will examine the evolving landscape of research ethics amid significant changes in research funding, oversight structures, and emerging technologies. The conference will focus on how to maintain essential ethical safeguards while adapting to shifts such as changes in federal ethics personnel, funding models, and support for research oversight, including Institutional Review Boards.
Bringing together national experts from diverse disciplines, the event will explore the current state of research ethics, strategies to strengthen research integrity and trustworthy science, approaches to ethics in community-engaged research, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. The conference is free and open to the public.
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Science Based Non-Academic Careers (SNAC) Workshop - How to Leverage Your Scientific Skills to Thrive in Biotech R&D
2026-03-04 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
Join the NIH for the “How to Leverage Your Scientific Skills to Thrive in Biotech R&D” workshop on March 4, 2026. The SNAC workshop provides NCI Fellows, Staff Scientists, and Staff Clinicians with guidance and insight into a range of science-focused career paths beyond traditional independent academic research.
Topics Covered:

What positions are available in Biotech R&D? Are there more options than just “wet lab” positions?
What skills translate and are required for Biotech R&D?
How do I catch my “big break” in Biotech R&D?
Does networking matter?
How do I merge “classic science” with “future science”?

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Association for Practical and Professional Ethics (APPE) 2026 Conference
2026-03-05 - 2026-03-08 | Hyatt Regency St. Louis, 315 Chestnut St, St. Louis, MO, 63102, United States
The Association for Practical and Professional Ethics (APPE) has announced a call for proposals for its annual conference, centered on the theme “What Do We Owe Each Other?” The conference will explore ethical responsibilities in an increasingly complex world, examining how obligations to others are understood and enacted across personal, professional, and societal contexts.
Proposed sessions are encouraged to address how ethical responsibilities evolve during times of crisis and uncertainty, as well as how individuals and organizations navigate questions of moral responsibility in both high-stakes and everyday situations.
The conference will include an Opening Plenary, Keynote address, concurrent sessions, an opening reception, and various pre-conference opportunities.
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Free Live Webinar - Quantitative Research: What IRBs Need to Know
2026-03-05 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Quantitative Research: What IRBs Need to Know
Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
Quantitative research presents unique ethical challenges that go beyond traditional IRB concerns. This webinar equips IRB members with practical tools to evaluate quantitative study designs, from recognizing how methodological decisions carry ethical weight to assessing data privacy risks, informed consent challenges, and protections for vulnerable populations. Participants will also explore the growing threat of AI bot contamination in online survey research and what IRBs can do to address it. Whether you’re new to reviewing quantitative studies or looking to sharpen your approach, this session offers actionable guidance grounded in current best practices.
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