Research Compliance and Ethics

The Office of Research Compliance and Ethics is committed to achieving the highest standards of excellence and integrity in all its research endeavors and promoting the ethical conduct of research.

The primary goal of the Office of Research Compliance and Ethics is to educate the North Carolina A&T research community about regulatory requirements and ethical standards governing research. Faculty and students are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and policies.

Contact the Research Compliance Office for assistance with applying for approval though the compliance committees, interpretation of regulatory guidelines, Export Control guidance, Research Misconduct process and Conflict of Interest concerns. 

Compliance and Ethics Site Access

Contact Us

Stephanie Evans, MRE
Director of Research Compliance and Ethics
Research Integrity Officer
336-285-3179 
sevans3@ncat.edu 

Lakesha Harrison, MS
Research Compliance Officer
IACUC/IBC Administrator
ldharrison@ncat.edu

Office of Research Compliance and Ethics General Email
rescomp@ncat.edu

 

Alan Goble, Ph.D.
Research Compliance Officer
Human Subjects Administrator
(336) 285-3257
akgoble@ncat.edu

James Smith
Research Compliance Officer
Exports Control
(336) 285-3180
jlsmith28@ncat.edu

If you observe misuse or mistreatment of animals, or if you see procedures that you do not think comply with federal regulations or institutional guidelines, report the incident immediately to any of the following):

If you choose to be anonymous, you may call the university's confidential hotline number, 1- 877-507-7313.

Upcoming Events

Jan. 21

Let's Talk About It: Graduate Research Clearance

This session will focus on the Graduate Research Clearance process at North Carolina A&T. This discussion is designed to provide clarity on requirements, timelines and best practices for ensuring compliance throughout the research lifecycle. We encourage all graduate research students and faculty advisors to attend, as this will be an informative and collaborative opportunity to address questions and share guidance. Register here.

Past Events

NOV. 12

Let's Talk About It: Export Controls and You

Join us for an exploration of the export laws and how that may affect your research.

SEPT. 17

Let's Talk About It: All Compliance Isn't IRB

Join us to discuss topics surrounding research compliance. If you are involved in the design, implementation, review or oversight of scientific research, this is the panel for you! Director of the Office of Research Compliance and Ethics Stephanie Evans will facilitate a discussion with panelists Dr. Alan Goble, Jessica Stukes, Dr. Robert Newman and James Smith.