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Federal Public Policy Briefings

PRIM&R’s Federal Public Policy Briefings offer timely updates on key developments in research policy—along with opportunities to engage directly with experts. As federal agencies revisit core regulations, propose new guidance, and expand oversight in areas such as artificial intelligence, foreign influence, and public trust, staying informed is critical. These live, online briefings explore the implications for research oversight and compliance, equipping professionals with the insight needed to anticipate change and strengthen institutional response.

February 2026 Federal Public Policy Briefing

February 20 | 1:00-1:45 PM ETJoin PRIM&R’s Federal Public Policy Briefing to learn about the US National Primate Research Centers (NPRC) and recent federal activities aimed at transitioning Oregon's NPRC.
 Guest:Naomi Charalambakis, PhDDirector of Communications & Science PolicyAmericans for Medical Progress (AMP)
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January Federal Public Policy Briefing

Join PRIM&R’s Federal Public Policy Briefing on Tuesday, January 27 at 1 p.m. ET to explore the current federal research funding landscape, including new funding policies and mechanisms from the National Institutes of Health, the status of terminated NIH grants, and the future of indirect cost rates and Financial Accountability in Research Model for Federal Research Funding, known as FAIR. Guest: Heather H. Pierce JD, MPHSenior Director for Science Policy, Regulatory Counsel, Association of American Medical Colleges
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October Federal Public Policy Briefing

This briefing featured Derek T. Scholes, PhD, vice president of Science and Regulatory Affairs at the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO). This session offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from industry leadership on how evolving federal policies are shaping the future of research oversight and compliance.
Guest:Derek T. Scholes, PhDVice President of Science and Regulatory AffairsBiotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO)
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September Federal Public Policy Briefing

This briefing discussed, “Strengthening Research Ethics Across the U.S. and Canada.” Guest speakers from the Canadian Association of Research Ethics Boards (CAREB) will lead a cross-border conversation on strengthening research ethics and oversight in the United States and Canada.
Panelists:Delilah Ofosu-Barko, member of CAREB Board of DirectorsPast President, Canadian Association of Research Ethics Boards (CAREB)Director, Research OperationsTrillium Health Partners
Dean A. Tripp, PhD, member of CAREB Board of DirectorsProfessor in the Departments of Psychology, Anesthesiology, and UrologyChair of Queen’s University Health Sciences and Affiliated Teaching Hospitals Research Ethics Board (HSREB)Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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August Federal Public Policy Briefing

This briefing examined new approach methodologies (NAMs) and the National Institutes of Health’s initiative to prioritize human-based research, including recent NIH funding announcements that align with this priority. (NIH Funding Announcements to Align with NIH Initiative to Prioritize Human-based Research | Grants & Funding).   Panelist:  Naomi Charalambakis, PhD  Director of Communications & Science Policy  Americans for Medical Progress A supplemental document outlining key takeaways from the discussion is available at no cost to PRIM&R members or included with the purchase of this recording.

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July Federal Public Policy Briefing: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going This session provided an opportunity to reflect on PRIM&R’s 2025 advocacy efforts to advance ethical research oversight at the federal level and to support our community in navigating rapid policy changes. Panelist: Ivy R. Tillman, EdD, CIP A supplemental document outlining key takeaways from the discussion is available at no cost to PRIM&R members or included with the purchase of this recording.
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June Federal Public Policy Briefing Recording

This briefing provided updates about federal policy developments and their implications for research oversight. Panelists: Molly Klote, MD, Julie Kaneshiro, MA A supplemental document outlining key takeaways from the discussion is available at no cost to PRIM&R members or included with the purchase of this recording.
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May Federal Public Policy Briefing Recording

This briefing provided updates on federal policy developments and their implications for research oversight. Panelists: Jaime Hernandez JD, MBE, Practical Ethics-Research Solutions Matthew Bailey, National Association for Biomedical Research A supplemental document outlining key takeaways from the discussion is available at no cost to PRIM&R members or included with the purchase of this recording.
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July Federal Public Policy Briefing: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going Join us for a special edition of PRIM&R’s Federal Public Policy Briefing, led by Executive Director Ivy R. Tillman, EdD, CIP. This live session will offer an opportunity to reflect on the work PRIM&R has undertaken in 2025 to advocate for ethical research oversight at the federal level and to support our community in navigating rapid policy shifts.
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June Federal Public Policy Briefing Recording This briefing will provide updates, and an opportunity to ask questions, about federal policy developments and their implications for research oversight. Speakers: Molly Klote, MD, Julie Kaneshiro, MA
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May Federal Public Policy Briefing Recording This briefing provided updates on federal policy developments and their implications for research oversight with guests: Jaime Hernandez JD, MBE, Practical Ethics-Research Solutions Matthew Bailey, National Association for Biomedical Research A supplemental document outlining key takeaways from the discussion is available at no cost to PRIM&R members or included with the purchase of this recording.
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