Research Ethics at UAlbany

Institutions that accept research funding from federal agencies are required by the federal Office of Research Integrity policy to have policies and procedures in place for the review and disposition of allegations of research misconduct. 

The Vice President for Research and Economic Development is the Institutional Official for the University’s research compliance program and for implementing and carrying out the procedures, as provided in the University’s Policy and Procedures on Misconduct in Research and Scholarship. 

The Research Compliance Officer (RCO) is the Vice President’s designee and reports directly to the Vice President. The RCO works with various University committees, boards and offices to monitor specific areas of research compliance.

Contact UAlbany’s Research Compliance Officer at [email protected] or 866-857-5459. 

The Office of Regulatory and Research Compliance (ORRC) coordinates various institution-wide research compliance policies and procedures, in partnership with researchers and institutional stakeholders, to ensure the University meets its obligations to regulators, accreditors, employees and students. Contact the ORRC team.

Use our Anonymous Reporting Form to report any concerns regarding research conducted at UAlbany.
 

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Human Participants
The Institutional Review Board (IRB) reviews all UAlbany research and teaching involving human subjects.
Get IRB Approval
Care & Use of Animals
The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and Laboratory Animal Resources (LAR) review all UAlbany research involving animals.
Consult IACUC & LAR
Biological Research
The Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) reviews research involving potentially biohazardous materials.
Get IBC Approval
Export Controls
Understand and comply with rules related to the transfer of certain goods, materials, technologies, services and technologies outside the U.S. or to non-U.S. persons.
Learn about Export Controls
Additional Resources
Complete required trainings, file a Conflict of Interest Disclosure, and learn about data use agreements and genomic data assurances.
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Animal Authorization Form 

Animal Use Protocol

Breeding Scheme Template

Controlled Substance Usage Log Form 

Dean / Department Chair / Center Director Assurance Statement

Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) & Laboratory Animal Resources (LAR) 

Experimental Timeline Template

Health History Form 

Lab Experimental Procedures (EP) Template

Pain E Form

Protocol Closure Form 

Purchase Requisition Form 

Request for Modification of Approved Research Form 

Request to Receive an Internal Transfer of Animals Form

Rodent Surgical Record Form 

Training Documentation Form 

Triennial Review Request Form

 

Institutional Review Board (IRB) for Human Subjects Protection

Add or Delete Personnel Form 

Change of PI Form 

Closure Request Form 

Continuation Request Form 

Institutional Review Board (IRB) for Human Subjects Protection

Electronic or Online Data Collection Form

Faculty Advisor’s Statement 

Informed Consent Worksheet & Templates 

Human Subjects Research Protocols 

Human Subjects Research Screening Form 

Modification Request Form 

Research at or with International Sites Form 

Single IRB Review (IRB Reliance) Forms

Use of Experimental Equipment with Subjects Form 

Use or Collection of Human Tissue or Biological Samples Form 

Use of Existing Data Form 

Use of Psychology 101 Participants Form 

Worksheet on Engagement in Human Subjects Research 

 

Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)

Biosafety Protocol Evaluation Form 

New Frontiers to Health

Scientists can identify the origins of diseases by studying how RNA turns genes on and off, potentially leading to innovative disease treatments and possible cures.

Biological Science grad student Marissa Louis in RNA lab
Unique RNA Research Opportunities

The RNA Institute offers unique opportunities to researchers and trainees for collaboration and interdisciplinary research. We have more than 50 faculty working to understand the role of RNA in fundamental biological processes, developing RNA as a tool for science and harnessing this knowledge to improve human health. 

The RNA Institute is more than just a modern research facility. We are a collection of diverse and talented researchers and laboratories united by a common goal in understanding the role of RNA across different fields, including biology, chemistry, biomedical sciences, physics, and nanobiosciences. RNA forms the basis of our research, it is the common element that we study, build, modify and analyze as well as the building blocks that we use to construct tools, reporters, and therapies.

RNA Training

Our RNA Training Programs provide a multi-disciplinary curriculum with a focus on RNA and its health-related benefits. We develop our future science leaders by providing trainees from high school to post-doc students and beyond with comprehensive access to faculty, techniques, and collaborations within Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, and Nanobiosciences. Our training includes the Doctoral RNA Training Program and the Undergraduate Summer Fellowship.
 

Ken Halvorsen and student researcher of the RNA Institute
Supporting Diversity and Inclusivity in STEM

One of The RNA Institute's strengths is the diversity of our faculty's research and range of disciplines. However, the diversity of our faculty and trainees lags behind the University at Albany's undergraduate population and surrounding communities. In line with UAlbany's mission to ensure that diversity, in its people and in its ideas, drives excellence in everything that it does, the Institute launched a multi-pronged approach to increase diversity and support inclusivity at the Institute and across STEM disciplines.
 

The RNA Institute hosted its inaugural RNA Day, inviting local students from the New York State’s Science Technology Entry Program (STEP) and Girls Inc. of the Greater Capital Region
The RNA Institute News
Eight UAlbany Students Win 2024 Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence
Eight UAlbany students will be recognized Thursday with the Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence, the highest award the State University of New York bestows upon a student.
Noteworthy: Research grants, awards and publications
The latest developments on University at Albany faculty and staff who are receiving research grants, awards and other noteworthy attention.
Sullivan Award Honors PhD Students in Nanobioscience, Advanced Materials
Students Michael Dolan and Sri Saravana Konganapuram Narasimma Bharathi of UAlbany’s College of Nanotechnology, Science, and Engineering winners of the John J. Sullivan Professional Development Award for 2023-24, presented annually to CNSE graduate students to enable experiential and scholarly opportunities within nanotechnology or related fields during their studies.
UAlbany Chemists Develop Method to Confirm mRNA Vaccine Stability
The novel technique employs lasers to probe sealed vaccine vials to determine whether therapeutic agents are active or expired.
Showcase 2024: Chemistry Major Explores DNA Nanoswitches for Forensics, Pharma
UAlbany senior and chemistry major Camryn Beckles will share her research on DNA nanoswitches at Showcase Day 2024.

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