RCR Training

Open Access Publishing: Who Owns Our Knowledge?

As the academic community continues to grapple with issues of equity, access, and ownership in scholarly publishing, this webinar offers a timely introduction to open access (OA) publishing through the lens of this year’s theme: “Who Owns Our Knowledge?”. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how open access can help shift control of scholarly communication back to researchers, institutions, and the public. Whether you’re new to OA or seeking clarity on how it affects your publishing choices, this session offers an accessible entry point into these critical conversations.

Increasing Research Impact with the Institutional Repository

Join us for an informative webinar exploring the benefits of green open access and how to effectively share your scholarly work through the institutional repository (IR). Learn how green open access supports research visibility, increases citation potential, and ensures long-term preservation of your work—all without article processing charges (APCs). Whether you’re new to open access or looking to make the most of your institutional repository, this session will provide practical tools and insights to help you take the next step in sharing your research widely and ethically.

Copyright and Fair Use in the Age of AI

As artificial intelligence (AI) tools rapidly transform how we create, share, and interact with content, questions around copyright and fair use have never been more urgent. This timely webinar will explore the evolving legal and ethical landscape of copyright in the age of AI—whether you’re using generative tools like ChatGPT, incorporating AI-generated content in your work, or concerned about how your own intellectual property is being used. This session is ideal for anyone navigating the intersection of technology, authorship, and rights management in higher education, research, or creative work.

How to Avoid the Pitfalls of HIPAA

Navigating HIPAA compliance can be daunting. Common challenges include conducting a thorough risk analysis, ensuring all PHI is encrypted, understanding the applicability of HIPAA protections and remaining updated with modifications in regulations. This presentation will discuss how asking simple questions during planning phase can help researchers avoid the pitfalls of HIPAA. 

Presenter: 

Ronda H. Lacey, J.D., CHPC

HIPAA Privacy Officer

Human Subjects Research 101: A Guide to Ethics and IRB at the University of Alabama

Human Subjects Research 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Ethics and IRB at The University of Alabama” is designed to introduce new researchers and students to the essential principles and practices of conducting ethical research involving human participants. This session will cover foundational topics such as informed consent, the role of the Institutional Review Board (IRB), and the submission and review process at UA. Participants will gain an understanding of the ethical, regulatory, and procedural aspects that guide human subjects research, ensuring that they are well-prepared to engage in responsible research practices.

Presenters: 

Daraius Guthridge, HRPP Protocol Analyst 

Lacy Sellars, HRPP Protocol Analyst