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Join Research Oversight Leaders at

2025 PRIM&R Annual Conference and

Social, Behavioral, and Education Research Conference

The Premier Research Oversight Conference for Chief Research Officers and Institutional Leadership

  • As a Chief Research Officer or senior institutional official, your decisions shape the future of ethical, high-impact research. At PRIMR25/SBER25, you’ll connect with research oversight leaders from across the globe to explore solutions to today’s most pressing challenges—from protecting human and animal subjects to navigating federal policy shifts and rebuilding public trust in research. Hosted by Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research (PRIM&R), this hybrid conference provides tailored learning, strategic insight, and peer connection in a format that meets your needs—in-person in Baltimore, Maryland, or online from anywhere.
November 6–8 | Baltimore, MD +Virtual Attendance Available
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Why Attend as a Chief Research Officer?

  • Engage in National Dialogue on Research Policy Learn how recent and proposed changes to OHRP, NIH policy, FDA guidance, and Common Rule enforcement are impacting institutions—and how to prepare.
  • Lead on Oversight and Trust Join timely conversations about building public trust in research, ensuring ethical compliance, and responsibly integrating artificial intelligence in research practices.
  • Collaborate with Institutional Peers Connect with fellow CROs, institutional officials, VPs of research, IRB and IACUC directors, and senior compliance leaders across sectors.
  • Support Your Oversight Teams Bring your research administration teams for parallel learning tracks designed for HRPP, IACUC, RCR, and IRB professionals.
  • Flexibility to Join Your Way With in-person and virtual attendance options, you can participate live in Baltimore or access sessions from your home institution.

Conference Dates and Structure

November 17, 2025 – Workshops and Networking Events
November 18–20, 2025 – Core PRIMR25 and SBER25 Conference Programming
Location: Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel + Virtual Platform
Format: Live + On-Demand Educational Sessions, Exhibits, Networking, and Poster Presentations

Topics of Focus

Oversight of Human and Animal Research
Federal Policy and Agency Updates
Institutional Responsibilities and Research Integrity
Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies
Community Engagement and Public Trust
Research with Tribal Nations and Global Populations
Ethics of Research Design and Data Use

Who Should Attend?

Chief Research Officers (CROs)
Vice Presidents/Associate VPs for Research
Institutional Officials (IOs) and Signatory Officials
Research Compliance Executives
IRB, IACUC, and HRPP Leadership
Academic Medical Center and Research Hospital Leadership

What to Expect

The PRIM&R Annual Conference features programming for those new to their field, and seasoned professionals. Attendees from around the globe come together for lively discussions on everything from best practices in research oversight to key ethical concepts. Participants leave energized and better equipped to help their research programs become stronger and more effective.
  • Diverse Programming: Engage in sessions ranging from high-level discussions to in-depth breakouts and interactive networking opportunities.
  • Expert Speakers: Learn from over 200 speakers, including federal regulators, industry professionals, and subject matter experts.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with a vibrant community of over 3,000 professionals from various sectors of the research enterprise.
  • Exhibit Hall: Explore innovations and services from 60+ exhibitors, enhancing your organization's research practices.
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Our Attendees are:

  • HRPP/IRB, IACUC/ACU, and IBC directors, administrators, chairs, and members
  • Compliance personnel
  • Clinical research professionals
  • QA/QI personnel
  • Institutional research leadership
  • Federal and state agency employees
  • Public relations professionals
  • Researchers and research staff
  • Research subject and patient advocates
  • Ethicists
  • And, anyone else working within the research enterprise!

Conference Venue

The 2025 PRIM&R Annual Conference (PRIMR25) will take place on November 7 and 8, 2025 at the Baltimore Convention Center, One West Pratt Street, Baltimore Maryland. The PRIM&R Social Behavioral Educational Research Conference (SBER25) will take place in the same location on November 6. The Baltimore Convention Center is a large event venue situated within walking distance to several hotels, restaurants, and shopping. The facility is ADA compliant.

Hotel Accommodations Available Starting June 1

  • Opening in early June, PRIM&R has arranged a discounted rate at select hotels, available until October 22-25, 2025 (depending on property). Information on participating hotels, rates, and distance from convention center are below. Please note the following about conference hotels:

  • Hotel rooms include free Wi-Fi.
  • Rates are valid three days before/after PRIM&R’s meeting dates based on hotel availability
  • A limited number of per diem rates are available at some properties. Do NOT book rooms in these blocks until you are sure of your travel. Once these rooms are filled, it is unlikely we can add more (as a result of the pandemic/economy, hotels have limited the number of per diem rooms we can block). Per diem rates are set by the US General Services Administration (November 2025 rates are TBD, but you will be charged this rate at checkout).
  • Your hotel rewards numbers will be acknowledged.
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New for 2025: Daily Food Vouchers for In-Person Attendees

Enjoy the convenience of onsite dining during PRIMR25/SBER25! Food kiosks will be open at the Baltimore Convention Center November 6–8, with a variety of items available for purchase.
In-person registrants will receive a $35 food voucher on November 7 and 8 to use at designated convention center food outlets. If you are also attending a PRIMR25 Workshop or SBER25 in person on November 6, you’ll receive an additional $35 voucher for that day.
Vouchers are valid only at participating kiosks inside the Baltimore Convention Center. Please note: no refunds or credits will be issued for unused amounts.

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Late-Breaking Poster Abstract Submissions
For those individuals who did not have data ready to submit an abstract during the initial submission period, we encourage you to submit a poster abstract during our late-breaking submissions period between May 16 and June 16, 2025. Please note the following about late-breaking abstracts:Abstracts must be submitted to the online submission form by June 16, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET.Late-breaking abstracts will not be considered for oral presentation or the Pillars of PRIM&R Outstanding Poster Award (see below); they will only be considered for on-site/online poster gallery.Decisions for late-breaking abstracts will be sent by July 25, 2025.
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