2026 Research Integrity Conference
June 16 - 17, 2026  ·  Rice University | Kraft Hall

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.

Agenda

Tuesday, June 16
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
4:40 PM - 6:30 PM
4:40 PM - 6:30 PM
Courtesy of the National Center for Principled Leadership & Research Ethics (NCPRE) Labs That Work for Everyone Curriculum presents "A Tale of Two Labs"
Wednesday, June 17
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
Eduardo Salas, Ph.D., Rice University
9:50 AM - 10:50 AM
9:50 AM - 10:50 AM
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
10:50 AM - 11:00 AM
10:50 AM - 11:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
C. K. Gunsalus, J.D., National Center for Principled Leadership & Research Ethics (NCPRE)
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Kristin Kostick, Ph.D., MFA, Baylor Center for Medical Ethics
12:45 PM - 1:00 PM
12:45 PM - 1:00 PM
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
1:50 PM - 2:00 PM
1:50 PM - 2:00 PM
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Ashley Joubert, LVT, ALAT, and Tenisha Smith-Breland, MPA, Rice University
3:20 PM - 3:30 PM
3:20 PM - 3:30 PM
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
Ryan Brown, Ph.D., Rice University
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Conor Wakeman, UT Dallas
4:30 PM - 4:40 PM
4:30 PM - 4:40 PM
4:40 PM - 5:30 PM
4:40 PM - 5:30 PM
Depart from Kraft Hall 130 Lobby

Location

Location: Rice University | Kraft Hall, 6100 Main St., Houston, TX 77005

Additional Details

Final Agenda Updates

Click here for the final Agenda Summary!

(Hard copies will be provided at check-in. )



COMING SOON: Click here for complete digital program booklet with notes page!

  


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. 

 

 

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Speakers

Associate Director, Ethics and Conflicts of Interest
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Program Manager
UT Dallas
Program Development Analyst, Regulatory Affairs
Regulatory Affairs, Rutgers Cancer Institute
Research Security Analyst
UT Dallas
Director of the National Center for Principled Leadership and Research Ethic
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Director, Office of Research Security and Ethics
UT Dallas
Executive Director/Attending Veterinarian
Rice University, Animal Resource Facility
Regulatory Monitoring Analyst
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Executive Vice President for Research
Rice University
Professor, Department of Psychological Sciences
Rice University
Sr. Manager, Compliance
Baylor College of Medicine
Office of Human Subjects Protections Specialist
The University of Texas at Dallas
Human Research Protection Program Education and Outreach Manager, Office of Research Support and Compliance
University of Texas at Austin
Senior Director, Research Security
UT Austin
Education and Outreach Administrator
Texas A&M University, Animal Welfare Office
Lead, Research Compliance
Office of Research, Baylor College of Medicine
Director, Human Research Protection Program, Office of Research Support & Compliance
The University of Texas at Austin
Associate Professor, Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy
Baylor College of Medicine
OHSP Quality Improvement Specialist III
University of Texas at Dallas (UTD)
Assistant Director, Research Security & Export Controls
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University
Deputy Director of State Affairs and Policy Advisor
Texas Senate
Research Conflict of Interest Administrator, Office of Research Compliance
UNT Health Science Center
Assistant Director, Research Integrity and Compliance
Texas State University
Director of Research Security
Rice University
Executive Director of Research Compliance
Texas A&M University- San Antonio
Compliance Coordinator and RSO
Stephen F. Austin State University
Director of Research & Evaluation, Doerr Institute for New Leaders
Rice University
Assistant Vice President, Research Compliance
University of North Texas Health Science Center
IACUC Veterinarian
University of Houston
Associate Director, Research Advancement and Education
UT Dallas

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