The Rice University Office of Research Integrity is proud to host the 2026 Texas Higher Education Research Integrity Conference, in partnership with The University of Texas at Dallas. This conference is a premier event designed for professionals in research compliance, academic institutions, and the broader research community. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with experts, share insights, and explore critical issues surrounding research ethics, compliance, and regulatory standards. Through keynote presentations, interactive workshops, and panel discussions, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and best practices in maintaining integrity throughout the research process. Whether you’re involved in regulatory committees, compliance oversight, or ethical research practices, this event provides valuable tools to advance your knowledge and strengthen your institution’s commitment to research integrity.
Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with research compliance administrators and peers and stay at the forefront of evolving research standards.
Additional Details
Additional Details
Draft Agenda
Keynote Speakers and Presentations
- Team
Science featuring Eduardo Salas
- National
Center for Principled Leadership & Research Ethics
- Research
Integrity featuring Kristin Kostick
- Leadership
featuring Ryan Brown
Breakout Session Tracks
Each track offers three breakout sessions throughout the
day:
- Conflicts
of Interest (COI)
- Institutional
Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
- Institutional
Review Board (IRB)
- Research
Security and Export Control
- Responsible
Conduct of Research (RCR)
For the complete draft agenda, please click here.
Suggested Hotels
To assist conference participants in arranging their
personal hotel accommodations, we are providing our Campus Travel
Management service that includes 16 recommended hotels. This service occasionally
offers discounted rates to some of the included locations. Rates are
controlled exclusively by each hotel and are subject to change daily.
We encourage guests to stay within walking distance of
the Rice
University Kraft Hall venue. Ten (10) of the recommended hotel options
are within 2 miles or less from our campus, and many offer complimentary
shuttle services within a defined radius. Please check with your selected
hotel to reserve shuttle services, if offered.
Bonus Tip: The following 6
hotels from our recommended list are within 1 mile of our campus and are
considered within the Texas Medical Center/Museum District Area. These hotels are listed below in order of
closest proximity to Rice University. We have provided the specific radius for each
hotel’s complimentary shuttle service for your convenience:
·
Marriott (up to 2 miles)
·
Westin (up to 3 miles)
·
Hilton (up to 1 mile)
·
Intercontinental (up to 2 miles)
·
Hotel Zaza (up to 3 miles)
·
DoubleTree (up to 2 miles to area hospitals, and
per availability by request to Rice University)
You may also find that hotel accommodations outside of the
Texas Medical Center/walking distance to Rice University, may offer more
cost-effective rates. If you select a hotel located within further
surrounding areas, please be prepared to drive or ride-share to Rice campus.
Rice University Parking
Parking instructions will be shared with registered
participants closer to the conference date.