Recent Policy Updates
View updates to the Stanford Research Policy Handbook.
Federalwide Assurance for Protection of Human Subjects
Updated assurance statement to match what is current on our websiteHuman Stem Cell Research
Added Stem cell-derived embryo models took out mesenchymal; Added/updated linksTraining in the Protection of Human Subjects in Research
Update course name, Update links, Slight wording changesPeople of Childbearing Potential as Subjects in Research
One of most substantial changes: changed “women” to “people of childbearing potential” as update to standard language in field and our current consents (except when quoting external text), including titleFacilities and Administrative (Indirect Cost) and Fringe Benefits Rates
Adjusted the language of 2. Application of On- and Off-Campus Facilities & Administrative Rates > A. Definition of "Off Campus".Postdoctoral Scholars
Add Reproductive Loss Leave to 11. Attachment D: Postdoctoral Benefits, Section 3. Leave Policy: Unpaid & Paid Absences, Section A, Unpaid Absences and changed first sentence of 11. Attachment D: Postdoctoral Benefits, Section 3. Leave Policy: Unpaid & Paid Absences, Section B, Paid Absences, sub-section 2, Paid Sick LeaveVisiting Student Researchers
Altered "3. VSR Appointment and Fees" first paragraph.
Inventions, Patents, and Licensing
The revised policy will harmonize distribution models for royalties and equity income, giving departments and schools access to both royalties and equity income. It will not change the inventors’ share of royalties or equity. It will introduce options for inventors in their decision-making in relation to department shares and equity shares.High Hazard Research
Inauguration of new policy regarding physical safety high hazards.
Tuition Allowance for Research Assistants
Adjusted the Section 2. Cost of the Tuition Allowance A. Principal Investigators Outside of the School of Medicine from 40% to 55%