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**POSTPONED** Research Ethics Grand Rounds Discussion: "The Intersection between Scientific Integrity, Academic Freedom and the Sociopolitical Climate"

Date: November 13, 2024

Time: 12:00PM to 1:00PM

Location: OMC 241 and online


NOTE: DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS TALK HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

Research Ethics Grand Rounds Discussion: The Intersection between Scientific Integrity, Academic Freedom and the Sociopolitical Climate
Wednesday, November 13
12:00-1:00 p.m.

Held in Room 241, One Magnolia Circle Building and online.

Presented by Blythe Corbett, Ph.D., James G. Blakemore Chair and Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences; Professor of Psychology; Director, Division of Psychology, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences.

A small number of boxed lunches will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

APA Objectives:

  • Describe the key elements of scientific integrity.
  • Discuss the meaning of academic freedom and its limits.
  • List ways in which the sociopolitical climate has impacted research practice, interpretation and dissemination.
  • Define science advocacy and ways to navigate and impact the social, cultural and political landscape.


For accessibility information or to request an accommodation

Contact kc@vumc.org or 615-322-8240 for disability access information; 2 weeks advance notice is recommended for some accommodations (e.g., Braille, signing).