Research Compliance
/ˈriːsɜːrtʃ kəmˈplaɪəns/
Definitions
- (n.) The adherence to legal, ethical, and institutional standards governing the conduct of research.
Universities must ensure strict research compliance to secure grant funding and protect human subjects.
- (n.) A framework of policies and procedures designed to meet applicable laws and regulations in research activities.
The company established a research compliance program to monitor clinical trials.
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- research compliance
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Commentary
Typically centers on adherence to rules such as those from IRBs and funding agencies; important to differentiate from broader notions of legal compliance.
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