About

Research Integrity and Compliance (RIC) is committed to serving, educating, and supporting the UNT research community by ensuring that the Institution and investigators conduct research in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as university policies and procedures. To review the roles and responsibilities of a Principal Investigator, download our PI Handbook page .

The UNT RIC provides guidance and assistance to researchers in the following areas

Human Subjects and Institutional Review Board (IRB): We will assist you with meeting the regulatory requirements for research activities involving human subjects and the application process.
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC): We will assist you with meeting the regulatory requirements for research activities involving vertebrate animals.
Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC): We will assist you with meeting the regulatory requirements for research activities involving the utilization of recombinant or synthetic nucleic acid molecules and other biohazardous materials in research and teaching laboratories.
Conflict of interest (COI): We will assist you in identifying and managing existing or potential conflict of interest situations.
Export controls: We will assist with the requirements for research activities relevant to export control laws.
Responsible conduct of research (RCR): We provide resources and/or training in RCR.

Note: the Grants and Contracts Administration oversees effort reporting.

Compliance FAQs

Question: What is IRB approval, and do I need it for my study?
Answer: If your project involves human subjects, IRB approval is required before beginning any data collection. Not sure? Contact us.

Question: Are my research staff required to complete RCR training?
Answer: Yes—anyone involved in human, animal, or biomedical studies must complete RCR and relevant compliance training before beginning their role.

Question: How do I report a potential conflict of interest?
Answer: Submit a disclosure through the [UNT compliance portal] or contact the compliance office for guidance.