CITI Trainings: RCR & Authorship- Questions and
Answers
Within the context of RCR, integrity primarily refers to: Correct Ans-Having a sincere
commitment to upholding one's word and adhering to ethical and professional standards
Within the context of RCR, stewardship primarily refers to: Correct Ans-The obligation to
use resources available for research ethically in order to conduct the best research possible.
Which of the following most accurately describes U.S. federal policy related to RCR
instruction? Correct Ans-Some federal agencies have RCR policies but they differ in terms
of the particular format of training that is required.
The view that there is a social contract between researchers and the public is most accurately
described by stating that: Correct Ans-The public supports research in various ways and
researchers have a corresponding obligation to avoid abusing the public's trust.
Which of the following is true regarding authors who seek to publish the same content in
multiple papers? Correct Ans-If the same content s used in multiple papers, it is essential
that this information be properly disclosed to journal editors and other relevant entities.
Which of the following is a responsibility of each author? Correct Ans-Confirming that data
have been accurately presented in the paper.
, CITI Trainings: RCR & Authorship- Questions and
Answers
Which of the following statements is true regarding the International Committee of Medical
Journal Editors (ICMJE) guidelines? Correct Ans-Individuals who do not meet the criteria
for authorship but who have made a noteworthy contribution are normally listed in the
acknowledgments section.
Which of the following is true regarding an acknowledgments section? Correct Ans-The
contributions of technicians and other researchers are often listed in the acknowledgments
section if they do not meet all of the criteria for authorship.
Which of the following is a key reason why international collaborations can be challenging?
Correct Ans-The collaborators may have different disciplinary and cultural backgrounds
and practices.
In any collaboration, data ownership is typically determined by: Correct Ans-The type and
source of funds used to support the project.
Which of the following is true regarding industry-sponsored research? Correct Ans-
Industry sponsors of research may seek to place restrictions on the disclosure of research
results.
The most important factor in determining whether a research collaboration will be successful
is: Correct Ans-Whether there is ongoing communication among the team members about
their goals and responsibilities.
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What is the main function of the Bayh-Dole Act of 1980 as it relates to academic institutions?
Correct Ans-It allows institutions to have control over the intellectual property from
federally-funded research.
What is the most appropriate process for research collaborators to use in determining which
journal they should submit their work to? Correct Ans-The research team should discuss
the issue early on and while the project is ongoing.
A research collaboration can be enhanced by: Correct Ans-Discussing intellectual property
issues while the collaboration is forming.
What is the main function of a Technology Transfer Office with respect to collaborative
research? Correct Ans-It helps collaborative researchers to commercialize their work.
Which of the following statements is true regarding the regulations that govern research?
Correct Ans-U.S. funded research collaborations are often governed by U.S. regulations no
matter where the research takes place.
Which of the following is true regarding academic-industry collaborations? Correct Ans-
The industry sponsor typically owns the data from research that it funds.
Which of the following is true about conflicts of interest? Correct Ans-Conflicts of interest
increase the likelihood of bias.
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