Compliance News
COI Program Moving to Annual Disclosure Model
April 1, 2026
A message from Quinton Johnson, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research Compliance During April, the Conflict of Interest (COI) Program will move to an annual disclosure model. You will receive an
J-1 Visa Review Process Change
March 3, 2026
A message from the Export Compliance and Science and Security Offices We are pleased to introduce an expedited review process for J-1 visa sponsorship. Effective, March 9, 2026, visiting scholars
2026 Research Insights Survey Now Open
January 20, 2026
The 2026 Research Insights Survey is now open and invites members of the UNC–Chapel Hill research community, including researchers, research staff, and research administrators, to share their day-to-day experiences with
NIH to Require Common Form on January 25, 2026
January 15, 2026
Update: 1/30/2026: the NIH expects to offer leniency for applications submitted with old Biosketch and Other Support forms through May. Submissions with old Biographical Sketch (Biosketch) and Current and Pending (Other) Support forms
RCC Quarterly Meeting, January 30
January 12, 2026
The next quarterly Research Compliance Committee (RCC) meeting will be held on January 30 from 1:00–2:00 p.m. The meeting will feature updates on key compliance initiatives, policy developments, and upcoming
New CITI Course Available –Â ICHÂ GCPÂ E6(R3):Â An IntroductionÂ
December 5, 2025
The International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) released the revised Good Clinical Practice guideline, ICH GCP E6(R3), in January 2025. The FDA subsequently adopted and issued guidance to industry in September 2025. These revisions modernize clinical research practices by
New Science and Security Policy
November 6, 2025
UNC-Chapel Hill has adopted a new Policy on Science and Security to protect the integrity of University research and related programs from risks such as unauthorized access, inappropriate foreign influence,
New Policy On Delegating Clinical Research Tasks In Research
September 18, 2025
The Clinical Research Compliance Office is pleased to announce the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Policy on Delegating Clinical Research Tasks in Research. This policy supports safe and
FAQ: Conflict of Interest 2026 Annual Disclosure Process
September 18, 2025
The Conflict of Interest Office is pleased to share that it is transitioning to an annual disclosure model. Here are some Frequently Asked Questions: How are COI Disclosures changing? Currently,
Refreshed Structure for Better Research Collaboration and Support
September 4, 2025
The Research Compliance Committee (RCC), administered by the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR) Research Compliance Services, is returning this fall with a refreshed structure designed to better