Essential Scientific Practices I II and III (CGS 710, CGS 711 and CGS 712) address the imperatives of performing biomedical research in an ethically responsible manner, the requirements facing scientists as they navigate the increasingly complex spectrum of regulations governing scientific practice, and the importance of effective scientific and social communication with a professionally and ethnically diverse audience.
CGS 710 emphasizes ethical principles and regulations concerning animal models and human human subjects in research, accurate record keeping and data management, and safe laboratory practices for using hazardous biologicals, chemicals and radiation. The course also presents essential skills for searching the scientific literature, and for reading and critical analysis of manuscripts. Finally, the course explores the moral reasoning behind the responsible conduct of research. Students will increase their knowledge of ethical theory and develop core competencies that include institutional policies on research misconduct as well as relevant governmental regulations on the conduct of research.
CGS 710 Responsible Conduct of Research
Edward L. Krug, Ph.D. Course Director
(krugel@musc.edu)
| Date/Place | Time | Topic | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept 5 (F) BSB 656 |
1:00 - 1:50 |
Mentoring Time Management |
E. Krug |
Sept 6 (Sat) |
8:30 - 12:00 | RCR Workshop I
|
E. Krug and faculty |
| Sept 8 (M) BSB 656 |
1:00 - 1:50 2:00 - 2:50 |
Human Subjects Research Animals Use in Research |
P. Arford A. Smith |
| Sept 12 (F) BSB 656 |
1:00 - 1:50 2:00 - 2:50 |
Conflict of interest Intellectual Property |
T. Higerd C. Hood/R. Gourdie |
| September 13 (Sat) CSB 300 |
8:30 - 12:00 | RCR Workshop II
|
E. Krug and faculty |
| September 15 (M) EL 436 |
1:00 - 2:50 |
Literature Databases | |
September 19 (F) BSB 656 | 1:00 - 1:50 2:00 - 2:50 |
Oral Presentation Skills Reading the Literature |
|
| September 20 (Sat) CSB 300 |
8:30 - 12:00 | RCR Workshop III
|
E. Krug and faculty |
BSB 656 is in the Basic Sciences Building, 6th floor; Dept. Cell Biology & Anatomy conference room.
CSB 300 is in the Clinical Science Building near its connection to the hospital.
Course Specifics: The course is designed to introduce students to the governmental regulations pertinent to the conduct of biomedical research, as well as aid in the development of essential scientific skills
- This is a Pass/Fail course.
- Attendance is mandatory - contact Dr. Krug should any problems or conflicts arise.
- Lectures and quizzes will be posted on WebCT (100% required for each quiz).
CGS 711 Diversity in Science
Cynthia F. Wright, Ph.D., Course Director
(wrightcf@musc.edu)
BSB 302, Thursdays: 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
(Sept 18, Oct 2, Oct 16, Oct 30, Nov 13)
In CGS 711, students address topics that pertain to concerns facing both under-represented minority and majority groups in the biomedical sciences. Topics discussed include how to succeed in the scientific community, hurdles and how to overcome them, and working in and developing a diverse workforce. Invited speakers discuss how they have succeeded in science and the obstacles they overcame. This is a Pass/Fail course. Attendance is mandatory-please contact Dr. Wright should any problems or conflicts arise.
CGS 712 Grant Writing
Edward L. Krug, Ph.D., Course Director
krugel@musc.edu
June 9-August 18
Tues, 9:00-11:00 am, QF302A
In CGS 712, offered in the summer after a mentor or program of study has been selected, students create a short grant proposal. This exercise develops effective scientific writing skills, promotes early student:mentor interaction, encourages appreciation of the benefits of giving and receiving constructive criticism, and introduces the mechanics of extramural funding. Faculty facilitators and each student's mentor provide critical feedback on section drafts of their proposal over the summer. Students will also partner with one another to critique each other's proposal. Class time discussion is devoted to selected samples of submitted writing. The top four proposals selected by an outside grant consultant are placed on reserve in the College of Graduate Studies office and their authors receive a year's subscription to Science.