MeRTEC Three I's Biosecurity And Research Integrity
2026-04-27 10:00 - 2026-04-30 15:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Join the NESBR, MeRTEC, and NCABR, for the 2026 Three I’s Conference focused on promoting responsible conduct and ethics in research. The conference serves as an educational, training, and networking forum for compliance professionals working across research oversight and ethics.
The event emphasizes the importance of collaboration among IACUCs, IBCs, and IRBs to streamline compliance processes, reduce redundancy, and support investigators in meeting regulatory requirements. The conference highlights approaches to conducting research safely, ethically, and responsibly while addressing compliance and security considerations.
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Science Based Non-Academic Careers (SNAC) Workshop - Safe to Proceed: A PhD scientist’s pathway to a career in regulatory affairs
2026-04-29 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
Join the NIH for the “Safe to Proceed: A PhD scientist’s pathway to a career in regulatory affairs” workshop on April 29, 2026.
Topics Covered:

What is regulatory affairs?
Health authority reviewer vs pharma/biotech industry reg affairs
Classic Pharma vs Biotech / Big Pharma vs Start-up?
What skills are valuable for success in this role? (Why are more and more PhDs being selected for this role?)
Salary expectations
Applying and Career progression

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Innovations in Behavioral and Social Science Research Methods
2026-04-30 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Join the NIH Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research for a webinar highlighting NIH-funded researchers who are advancing social and behavioral science through innovative, real-world data collection practices.
Featured Researchers:

Elizabeth Pyatak, PhD
Peter James, ScD, MHS
Alison Hamilton, PhD

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Ethical and Regulatory Aspects of Clinical Research (Asynchronous/Online) Course
2026-05-01 | Online
Register now for the “Ethical and Regulatory Aspects of Clinical Research (Asynchronous/Online)” course, an online educational offering presented by the Bioethics Department of the NIH Clinical Center. The course is delivered asynchronously, allowing participants to review the material at their own pace. Enrollment will remain available through May 1, 2026.
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World Conference on Research Integrity
2026-05-03 - 2026-05-06 | The Westin Bayshore, 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6G 2V4, Canada
The 9th World Conference on Research Integrity (WCRI) will take place May 3–6, 2026, in Vancouver, Canada, bringing together a global community focused on responsible research practices. Open to participants across all disciplines, career stages, and professional roles, WCRI convenes academics, practitioners, and policymakers from universities, research institutions, funding bodies, publishers, and government organizations. The conference features an interactive program that blends research findings, reflective discussion, and policy development.
While each WCRI highlights specific themes, the program consistently addresses the full spectrum of research integrity and responsible research practice issues.
The Vancouver edition will highlight the following three themes:

Artificial Intelligence
Research Security
Indigenous Knowledge Systems

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OTC Monograph Drug User Fee Amendments (OMUFA): Understanding FY 2026 User Fees and Registration
2026-05-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Join the FDA for its “(OMUFA): Understanding FY 2026 User Fees and Registration” webinar on May 5, which provides an overview of the Over‑the‑Counter Drug User Fee Amendments (OMUFA) with a focus on user fee requirements and related regulatory processes.
Topics Include:

OMUFA user fee overview, fee liability periods, and due dates
Registration requirements for over‑the‑counter monograph drug facilities
OMUFA fee types
Fiscal year 2026 target revenue, fee rates, and timelines
Penalties for failure to pay user fees
Fee payment procedures, refund eligibility, and frequently asked questions

Suggested Audience:

Regulatory affairs professionals
Industry partners following OMUFA implementation
Researchers, foreign regulators, consultants, and clinical research coordinators
Importers, supply chain professionals, and healthcare professionals
Members of the public with an interest in over‑the‑counter drug products

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Building Your Small Business Cybersecurity Team: From In-House to Outsourcing
2026-05-05 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
This NIST webinar, held in recognition of National Small Business Week, focuses on considerations for building a cybersecurity‑ready team within small business environments. The session examines how cybersecurity responsibilities can be structured based on factors such as organizational size, available resources, staffing capabilities, and risk profile, including approaches that rely on internal staff, external support, or a combination of both.
Topics to be discussed include:

Key considerations when planning a cybersecurity team
Alternatives to hiring dedicated cybersecurity staff, such as third‑party vendors or apprenticeship models
Community resources available to support small businesses
Factors to consider when hiring or outsourcing cybersecurity roles
Resources and strategies for training staff and promoting organization‑wide cybersecurity awareness
Use of the NIST NICE Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity and related tools

Time will be allocated for audience questions and discussion.
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NICE Webinar: Beyond Technical Skills - The Human Element of a Cyber Career
2026-05-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Join the NIST for its NICE Webinar, “Beyond Technical Skills – The Human Element of a Cyber Career” on May 13. This webinar explores the critical role that human and professional skills play in today’s cybersecurity workforce. While technical expertise remains important, the session focuses on how collaboration, communication, and sound decision-making contribute to effective cybersecurity practices in complex and fast-changing environments.
Participants will gain insight into the human side of cybersecurity careers, including why workplace, professional, and leadership skills are essential for strengthening teams and organizations. Topics include the value of teamwork, problem-solving, and clear communication in supporting responsible actions and building a resilient, well-rounded cyber workforce.
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Free Live Webinar - Work-Life Balance in Research Administration
2026-05-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Work-Life Balance in Research Administration
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
Drawing on industry research and professional organization guidance, this webinar examines work-life balance in research administration, emphasizing that workload growth, regulatory complexity, and invisible responsibilities contribute to burnout and inefficiency. The webinar will highlight practical, evidence-based strategies that support a healthy balance at individual, team, and institutional levels. The webinar concludes with actionable approaches to create a more sustainable work environment while maintaining compliance, productivity, and high-quality research support.
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2026 NIH AI Symposium
2026-05-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Main NIH Campus; Building 10 (Masur)
The NIH AI Symposium is a one-day event that brings together researchers from multiple disciplines to discuss the use of artificial intelligence in biomedical research. The symposium is open to individuals with varying levels of AI experience and focuses on sharing current AI-related research and approaches used across the NIH.
This year’s theme emphasizes practical implementation of AI in biomedical research, including:

Examples of AI-related research conducted at the NIH
Strategies researchers have used to integrate AI into their work
Common challenges and lessons learned from applying AI methods in research settings

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Fueling Cancer Progression by the Nervous System Webinar - Cancer Neuroscience of Brain Metastasis
2026-05-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
The NIH Fueling Cancer Progression by the Nervous System series is a six‑part webinar series focused on the intersection of neuroscience and cancer biology. The series examines how interactions between the nervous system, cancer cells, and the surrounding microenvironment contribute to cancer progression, including spread and metastatic colonization, with an emphasis on underlying molecular mechanisms.
This webinar will focus specifically on the cancer neuroscience of brain metastasis.
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Free Live Webinar - Demystifying Grant Application Reviews
2026-05-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Demystifying Grant Application Reviews
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
Grant application reviews can feel opaque and intimidating to trainees and early-career investigators, particularly for those new to clinical research and quality improvement (QI). Understanding how reviewers evaluate applications—and why strong projects are sometimes not funded—is essential for developing competitive proposals and responding effectively to feedback. This webinar provides an overview of common grant review processes and scoring criteria. The webinar discusses how applications are assessed, common reasons for unfavorable reviews, and strategies for interpreting reviewer feedback to strengthen future submissions.
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May Tour for NIST's 125th Anniversary
2026-05-21 17:30 - 19:00 | NIST – Administration Building 101, Green Auditorium, 100 Bureau Drive, Gaithersburg, MD, 20899, United States
The May Tour for NIST’s 125th Anniversary offers an introduction to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), followed by an evening visit to one of its research laboratories. During registration, attendees select the laboratory they wish to visit, with participation assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Laboratory visit options include:

National Fire Research Laboratory – A large-scale fire research facility where NIST conducts experiments that support fire safety standards, building codes, fire investigations, and the validation of computational fire models. Current research areas include large fire measurement, wildland–urban interface fires, and material flammability.
Robotics Test Facility – A research environment focused on developing test methods to evaluate emergency response robots, such as ground robots, aerial drones, and aquatic vehicles. This work supports first responders in assessing whether robotic technologies are suitable for applications like search and rescue, bomb disposal, and firefighting.

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Free Live Webinar - How to Effectively Communicate with Physicians About Compliance Matters
2026-05-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
How to Effectively Communicate with Physicians About Compliance Matters
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
Communicating compliance expectations to physicians can be challenging, especially in fast-paced clinical environments. This webinar will provide practical strategies to help compliance professionals engage physicians in a way that builds trust, reduces resistance, and drives better outcomes.
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2026 NICE Conference & Expo
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-03 | Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, United States
The 2026 NICE Conference & Expo will take place June 1–3, 2026, at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Hosted by Florida International University and New America, and supported by NICE, a program of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) within the U.S. Department of Commerce, the conference convenes professionals involved in cybersecurity education, training, and workforce development. The event aims to foster collaboration and share strategies for strengthening the current and future cybersecurity workforce.
This year’s theme, “From Foundations to the Future: Transforming the Cybersecurity Workforce,” focuses on connecting established practices with innovative and inclusive approaches to address evolving technologies and workforce needs.
The conference is designed for a broad audience, including:

Employers and Hiring Managers who need to recruit, hire, develop, and retain a skilled cybersecurity workforce
Educators from K12 Schools, Community Colleges, 4 Year Colleges, and Universities
Advisors to students, job-seekers, and employees seeking careers in cybersecurity
Students and aspiring professionals desiring to enter the cyber workforce
Providers of training content and learning environments
Suppliers of industry-recognized certifications in cybersecurity
Managers of workforce development programs
Organizers of community economic development initiatives
Developers of innovative products and services that enable developing a skilled workforce
Policymakers from local, state, federal, and international government

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Free Live Webinar - Understanding and Monitoring Research Awards: A Guide for Faculty
2026-06-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Understanding and Monitoring Research Awards: A Guide for Faculty
Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
This webinar is designed for new and early-career principal investigators and faculty who are managing sponsored research. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the financial responsibilities associated with managing federal and other sponsored awards, including understanding your award, monitoring budgets, and ensuring costs are reasonable, allocable, and allowable. The webinar provides practical strategies for monthly financial oversight and highlights common pitfalls that can trigger audit findings. The webinar includes usable tips and techniques to help manage grants effectively, avoid compliance issues, and support the long-term success of research programs.
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Fiscal Year 2026 Generic Drug Science and Research Initiatives Public Workshop
2026-06-08 08:30 - 2026-06-09 16:30 | Online
This annual public workshop hosted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will provide an overview of ongoing science and research initiatives related to generic drugs, as well as an opportunity for public input. The workshop supports FDA’s commitment under the Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2022 (GDUFA III) to develop an annual list of research priorities specific to generic drugs. Input is sought from stakeholders across the generic drug industry, academia, patient advocacy groups, professional societies, and other interested parties, and will inform the agency’s Fiscal Year 2027 GDUFA science and research priorities.
Workshop discussions will focus on identifying research needs that address scientific knowledge gaps and regulatory challenges impacting generic drug development and assessment, including complex generics. Public input will also be solicited on the prioritization of product-specific guidances (PSGs).
Key topic areas include:

Leveraging Generic Drug Industry Expertise & Insights for GDUFA Research & PSG Prioritization
Addressing Ongoing Challenges with Impurities such as Nitrosamines
Expanding Regulatory Flexibility with Bioequivalence Approaches and Standards
Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Address Practical Challenges for Generic Drug Development and Regulatory Assessment
Standardizing Characterization Test Methods Supporting Bioequivalence and Product Quality

These sessions are intended to support transparency and collaboration as FDA advances its generic drug research agenda.
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FAES Science Insight Series: Trust Through Knowledge Grounding: AI Agents in Biomedicine
2026-06-09 11:45 - 13:00 | Main NIH Campus; Building 10 (Clinical Center); 10; B1N206, 10 Center Drive, Bethesda, MD, 20892, United States
Join the NIH for its “Trust Through Knowledge Grounding: AI Agents in Biomedicine” presentation in the FAES Science Insight Series.
This session will focus on recent advances in large language models (LLMs) and their application in biomedical research and clinical settings. The talk will examine challenges related to reliability, interpretability, and hallucination in AI systems and explore how expert-curated domain knowledge can address these concerns. Drawing on real-world case studies, including GeneAgent (Nature Methods, 2025), the presentation will highlight design principles for building scientifically sound and interpretable AI agents.
The session will be led by Zhiyong Lu, PhD, FACMI, FIAHSI, Senior Investigator at the National Institutes of Health.
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Free Live Webinar - Survey Research: From Design to Implementation
2026-06-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Survey Research: From Design to Implementation
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
Have you ever wanted to learn what it takes to create and field a survey? This webinar will cover essential topics including determining your survey’s scope, writing questions, putting them together in a questionnaire, sampling participants and collecting data, and reporting results. There will be ample time for Q&A during the webinar, so bring any survey design questions you have.
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COGR June Membership Meeting 2026 (Washington D.C.)
2026-06-11 - 2026-06-12 | Washington Marriott at Georgetown, 1221 22nd St NW, Washington, DC, 20037, United States
COGR hosts two in-person membership meetings each year that bring together senior research administrators, compliance professionals, and policy leaders from member institutions to discuss current issues impacting the research enterprise. These meetings span two days and feature plenary sessions, federal agency presentations, and committee discussions focused on research policy, financial management, compliance, and federal engagement.
COGR’s membership meetings provide opportunities for participants to exchange insights, engage directly with federal officials, and stay informed on evolving regulations and best practices.
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2026 Texas Higher Education Research Integrity Conference
2026-06-16 - 2026-06-17 | Rice University | Kraft Hall, 6100 Main St., Houston, TX, 77005, United States
The 2026 Texas Higher Education Research Integrity Conference will be hosted by the Rice University Office of Research Integrity in partnership with The University of Texas at Dallas. Designed for professionals involved in research compliance and oversight, the conference will focus on key issues related to research ethics, regulatory requirements, and institutional responsibility. The program features keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive workshops aimed at sharing current challenges, emerging considerations, and established best practices for maintaining integrity across the research lifecycle.
Topics include:

Conflicts of Interest (COI)
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees (IACUC)
Institutional Review Boards (IRB)
Research Security and Export Control
Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR)

These sessions are intended to support researchers, compliance professionals, and committee members seeking to strengthen institutional approaches to ethical and compliant research practices.
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Free Live Webinar - Mentoring Students Conducting Dissertation Research
2026-06-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Mentoring Students Conducting Dissertation Research
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
Mentorship is essential to a doctoral student’s success in the dissertation process. Effective mentors must understand their roles and responsibilities to support a productive and successful doctoral experience. Additionally, the use of appropriate strategies and solutions is critical for addressing common challenges encountered during the dissertation process.
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Free Live Webinar - Never-Ending Acronym Madness: NAMs & Animal Research
2026-06-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Never-Ending Acronym Madness: NAMs & Animal Research
Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
The acronym “NAMs” is used inconsistently across scientific and regulatory communities, contributing to confusion and misaligned expectations. This webinar examines the evolving landscape of NAMs definitions and introduces a proposed harmonized, goal-oriented definition applicable to chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and basic research.
Participants will explore how this harmonized definition can be applied to determine whether specific technologies qualify as NAMs, and how these approaches relate to—but remain distinct from—the 3Rs principles. The webinar will also introduce the concept of Refinement-Enabling Innovations (REIs) and examine categories of technologies that fall outside the proposed NAMs framework, including traditional in vivo models and certain refinement techniques.
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Free Webinar Replay - Being Creative when Applying the IRB Exemptions: Part 1
2026-06-22 09:30 - 10:30 | Online
Being Creative when Applying the IRB Exemptions: Part 1
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. ET
This previously released webinar reveals that IRB exemptions are underutilized because many institutions take a very conservative approach when applying them. Through discussion and examples, this presentation will discuss the concept of exemptions and the role they play in regulated and unregulated research. This presentation will also point out flexibilities in applying the exemption criteria that are often overlooked.
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Free Webinar Replay - DOJ Bulk Data Transfer Rule
2026-06-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
DOJ Bulk Data Transfer Rule
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. ET
This previously released webinar introduces the Department of Justice’s new Bulk Data Transfer Rule (also called the Data Security Program Rule), which regulates transfers of sensitive health, genomic, and personal data to certain foreign countries. We will first examine why the rule was issued, focusing on its national security and policy foundations, and then outline its key requirements, covered data, and institutional implications. Determining applicability and organizational responsibilities requires a careful inventory of data. Attendees will gain both a primer on the rule itself and perspective on how it signals broader regulatory shifts in data governance, research, and compliance.
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Free Webinar Replay - Controlled Unclassified Information – What it is, Isn’t, and University Obligations
2026-06-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Controlled Unclassified Information – What it is, Isn’t, and University Obligations
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET
This previously released webinar discusses that while Controlled Unclassified Information, or CUI, has been a formal concept in the Federal Register since the issuance of the final rule of 32 CFR Part 2002 on September 14, 2016, confusion persists around what it is, what it isn’t, and how universities and university research is impacted by it. This webinar provides a better understanding of 32 CFR Part 2002, including the safeguarding requirements.
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Free Webinar Replay - Aggregate Safety Assessment Planning and IND Safety Reporting
2026-06-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Aggregate Safety Assessment Planning and IND Safety Reporting
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
This previously released webinar discusses that according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), IND safety reporting needs to be supported by ongoing systematic assessment of the product’s safety data from all sources. This webinar examines the Aggregate Safety Assessment Planning (ASAP) process as a mechanism for meeting this guidance. The ASAPlanning document (updated over time), along with its Safety Surveillance Plan (SSP) appendix, provides comprehensive product-level safety assessment planning, which guides the systematic ongoing review of safety data from all completed and continuing clinical trials throughout development.
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Free Webinar Replay - Managing Compassion Fatigue: A Pillar of a Culture of Care
2026-06-22 15:30 - 16:30 | Online
Managing Compassion Fatigue: A Pillar of a Culture of Care
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. ET
This previously released webinar discusses how compassion fatigue, a form of secondary traumatic stress, affects animal care personnel due to exposure to distressing situations. It poses risks to staff well-being and research quality. A Culture of Care is built on four pillars: strong science, animal welfare, human well-being, and communication. Human well-being, as one pillar, focuses on empathetic support to address challenges like compassion fatigue. Strategies include self-care, mindfulness, and professional development, alongside institutional measures like debriefing sessions, leadership training, and flexible scheduling. Tools such as ProQOL assessments and resiliency frameworks, supported by the University of Washington’s D2C and the 3Rs Collaborative, may help mitigate its impact.
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Free Live Webinar - Cybersecurity in Academic Research: Faculty and Students Collaborating Safely
2026-06-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Cybersecurity in Academic Research: Faculty and Students Collaborating Safely
Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
Faculty and students frequently collaborate on research projects that involve sensitive data and shared resources, presenting unique cybersecurity challenges. This webinar offers a high-level overview of common risks in collaborative research environments and practical strategies to safeguard data and systems. Participants will learn to recognize sensitive data types that require enhanced protection, identify cybersecurity requirements in research solicitations, and apply best practices for device management, access control, and secure data handling. The webinar also highlights institutional resources—such as security plans, technology control plans, and checklists—that support compliance with sponsor and university requirements. Attendees are encouraged to review related CITI Program courses beforehand.
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Strengthening Small Business and HBCU Collaborations to Advance Research Conference
2026-06-30 09:00 - 2026-07-01 16:00 | Main NIH Campus; Building 45 (Natcher Building), 45 Center Drive, Bethesda, MD, 20892, United States
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), in collaboration with the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) Small Business Program Office (SBPO), will host a conference highlighting the current state of biomedical research at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The event will convene stakeholders across sectors to support innovation in alignment with Presidential Executive Order 14283.
The conference will focus on building partnerships and expanding opportunities for HBCUs and small businesses through:

Efforts to strengthen research capacity and funding pathways
Panel discussions and breakout sessions to encourage knowledge exchange and advance health-related research

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