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The PhD in Translational Health Sciences Program is proud to announce the Dissertation Defense of:
PhD Candidate: Cortni Romaine, MSHS, CIP
Engagement in Responsible Conduct of Research: A Descriptive Case Study of the Factors of Organizational Culture and Implementation Drivers that Influence Research Integrity Practice
Dissertation Committee Chair: Joseph Bocchino, EdD, MBA
January 10, 2025 10:00am ET
This study uses a descriptive case study to investigate how institutional values, leadership, and resources shape responsible conduct of research (RCR) practices. Findings highlight three key themes: to influence, facilitate and impede productive RCR practices, how the priorities and expectations of an institution influence RCR culture, and the tension that exists in organizational efforts to facilitate productive RCR practices. Findings resulted in three emerging themes: 1) RCR practices are driven by microcultures within an institution; 2) the priorities and expectations of an institution can serve as a barrier or facilitator for engagement in research integrity, and 3) a culture of compliance can be counterproductive to research best practices. These findings resulted in the proposal of a framework we will refer to as the Ethical Ecosystem. This actionable framework provides guidance and recommendations to improve organizational culture’s impact on RCR through mentorship structures, evaluation of publication practices, and tailored RCR education programs.