Recent Policy Updates

Requirement related to commitment of PI effort for research projects was revised.

Selection and search procedures clarified in 2011.

Provides assurance of Stanford compliance with Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) regulations for the protection of human research subjects. Stanford University Assurance is effective through January 31, 2014.

The University Provost implemented a requirement for faculty to provide the summary of Stanford University Requirements for Faculty Consulting Activities and Agreements whenever entering into a consulting or non-disclosure agreement (see Faculty Consulting Policies, Attachment A to this policy).

Defines policies and procedures related to the appointment, roles, requirements and responsibilities of visiting scholars at Stanford. Visiting Scholar status is not applicable for enrolled students pursuing advanced degrees at other universities (see Procedures for Registering Visiting Researchers). Information regarding Visiting Scholar Identification Cards added in 2010. 

Cap on additional compensation increased.

Definition of Industry-Funded Clinical Trials clarified.

Definition of Industry-Funded Clinical Trials clarified.

Definition of Industry-Funded Clinical Trials clarified.

Provides assurance of Stanford compliance with PHS Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals. Includes description of Stanford policies and procedures for the Administrative Panel on Laboratory Animal Care (A-PLAC). Does not include Exhibits or Attachments.