Certified Research Administrator Practice Exam

What does the NIH require regarding the instruction in responsible conduct of research?

1. Program project grants

2. Competing research project grants

3. Noncompeting research project grants

4. Institutional National Research Service Awards

The correct answer is: Institutional National Research Service Awards

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) mandates that all training programs, particularly those receiving Institutional National Research Service Awards (NRSAs), include instruction in the responsible conduct of research (RCR). This requirement underscores the importance that the NIH places on ethical practices in research, ensuring that those funded by federal grants are equipped with the knowledge and skills to conduct their scientific work responsibly and ethically. The NIH's requirement for RCR training is part of its broader commitment to promote integrity in research and to foster a culture of responsible research practices. This encompasses teaching researchers about issues such as research misconduct, authorship and publication practices, data management, and the responsible use of human and animal subjects. The other options may not have the same explicit requirement for RCR instruction as established for NRSAs, which specifically emphasizes the importance of fostering a responsible research environment among trainees in research and academic settings. Therefore, the requirement for RCR training is consistently reinforced in the context of institutional training programs funded by these awards, making this the correct response.