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Research Integrity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Office of Research Protections and Integrity (ORPI) provides oversight, education, and support for integrity and compliance issues related to research at UNC Charlotte. As the University\u2019s hub for research oversight, our staff promotes ethical and high-quality research by partnering with faculty, staff, and students in the navigation of the evolving regulatory environment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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“We believe nothing is more important than advancing ethical research at UNC Charlotte!! Whether you’re engaging with people, testing … or evaluating vertebrate animals… our specialized staff walks alongside our researchers to ensure integrity and protections for all involved.”

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Guides the University community in understanding and adhering to regulations for disclosing external interests and managing conflicts of interest. Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Human Subjects Research<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Facilitates the activities of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and supports investigators pursuing approval to conduct human subjects research. Details here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Biosafety<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Collaborates with investigators and the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) to ensure safe and compliant use of biohazardous materials in research. Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Export Control<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Protects the transfer of information, technology, commodities, and software in accordance with Federal law. Detailed information can be found here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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UNC Charlotte offers multiple resources to help you locate funding sources for your project, including access to several funding sources databases and internal funding programs.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Research Integrity<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Promotes integrity in University research by addressing allegations of research misconduct and ensuring that funding recipients receive necessary training in research ethics. Learn more here.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Research Security<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Safeguards the methods, knowledge, and outcomes of research until they are formally approved for sharing by research program leaders and the University. Detailed information can be found here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Animal Care and Use<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Coordinates the review of animal protocols by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) to ensure the ethical use of vertebrate animals in research or teaching. Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Laboratory Animal Resources<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Manages the care of vertebrate animals used in research and supports investigators with individualized training and research services. Detailed information can be found here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Contacts<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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ORPI Executive Director Research Integrity Officer (RIO)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Angelica Martins, PhD<\/strong><\/a>
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ORPI Associate Director and COI Officer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sherry Loyd<\/strong><\/a>
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Cat Runden<\/strong><\/a>
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IRB Specialist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tyler Forgette<\/strong><\/a>
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Biosafety <\/strong>
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Dr. Cathy Moore<\/strong><\/a>
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Facility Security Officer and Export Control Officer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

John Jacobs<\/strong><\/a>
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Dr. Linda Connolly<\/a>
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Research Protections and Integrity Specialist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lacy Kitchin<\/a>
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Research Protections and Integrity Consultant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mary Tomida<\/a>
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Dr. Glicerio Ignacio<\/a>
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Animal Care Manager, Laboratory Animal Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sarah Moldovan<\/a>
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Animal Care Assistant Manager, Laboratory Animal Resources <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Alvaro Perez<\/a>
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Research Specialist, Laboratory Animal Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hernando Gordils<\/a>
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Research Technician, Laboratory Animal Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Melissa Richardson<\/a>
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