The Office of Research Protections (ORP) Seminar Series is a monthly webinar program designed to support the Pitt research community through timely, practical discussions on research ethics, compliance, and best practices. Each session features ORP staff and guest speakers addressing topics relevant to investigators, research staff, students, and administrators across disciplines.
Seminars are held monthly and are open to the Pitt research community. Registration is required.
up next: Biosafety town hall
Biosafety in Practice: An ORP Town Hall
This interactive session will provide an opportunity for Pitt’s research community to ask questions, share concerns and discuss biosafety practices that support safe and responsible research. Dr. Bill Yates, Vice Chancellor for Research Protections, will serve as presenter and moderator. Faculty and staff involved in research are encouraged to attend and participate in the conversation.
November 20, 2026 | 12 p.m.
Past Seminars & Recordings
Missed a session? Recordings and materials from past ORP seminars are available below:
- Foreign Engagement - What You Need to Know Now (September 2026)
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- U.S. Export Control Regulations and How They Apply to Universities (April 2026)
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- Managing Financial Conflicts of Interest in Research: Why "I Didn't Know" Isn't an Excuse (March 2026)
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- Emergency Management: What All Investigators Need to Know (February 2026)
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Emergency Management Guidelines
Operational Annex
- Research Misconduct Webinar (January 2026)
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- Research Security Overview (December 2025)
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- Academic Visitor Webinar (October 2025)
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