Compliance Chat Series: Ethical Research Conduct
June 6, 2025
Ever wonder how scientific breakthroughs are protected from bias, disputes, or even sabotage? Behind every successful research project at the University of ĐÓ°ÉÔ°ć is a framework of ethical decision-making to help ensure integrity, fairness, and accountability—from the lab to the final publication.
This month’s Compliance Chat invites you to explore the often-unseen side of research with Mary Gower, Senior Institutional Compliance Liaison; Carla McCain, Research Compliance Officer at ĐÓ°ÉÔ°ć; and Andy Harrington, UA Associate General Counsel. They unpack what it truly means to conduct ethical research—and why it matters to every researcher, collaborator, and institution.
Even if you’re not directly involved in research, understanding how ethical challenges play out behind the scenes helps us all support a culture of integrity. In this , you’ll hear hypothetical scenarios based on real issues that can—and do—occur in research settings. The scenarios present situations that impact not just the individuals involved, but the quality, trust, and reputation of the university’s research as a whole.
This offers more than just policy talk. It’s a practical conversation that helps us understand the “why” behind UA’s rules and how to apply them in tricky, real-world situations.
Bonus Question
After watching the Compliance Chat, answer the following question for a chance at a prize:
Name an example of ethical challenges researchers may face, and how should it be addressed?
Email your answer to: ua-compliance@alaska.edu. A correct answer will be drawn at random to win a $20 Amazon.com gift card! Thanks for helping keep research strong at our universities.