Research Quality Assurance Program

Drexel University’s Office of Research & Innovation (ORI) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and research compliance consistent with best practices for quality, integrity, and regulatory requirements of research conducted by Drexel University.

The Research Quality Assurance Program conducts research quality assurance reviews or audits at Drexel University. The intent of the reviews is to evaluate compliance with applicable laws and regulations, institutional policies and procedures, guidelines, funder requirements, and approved protocols, as applicable under the ORI. Reviews may include but are not limited to human subject research, animal research, research integrity, conflict of interest, export compliance, and as requested by the Institutional Official (IO).  
 
Continuing oversight of research activities is required by federal laws, regulations, policies and guidelines. Quality assurance reviews ensure compliance with the regulatory and ethical standards governing research activities, as well as guide the University in identifying opportunities for improvement and provide recommendations on how to achieve improvement. Quality assurance reviews also support ongoing education and training initiatives of the ORI. 
 
Quality assurance reviews promote regulatory compliance as well as facilitate communication and collaboration between researchers and the ORI, promoting a culture of compliance institution wide. Some benefits that may be gained from quality assurance reviews, include, but are not limited to:  

• Increased understanding of the regulations that guide research projects and procedures.  
• Increased communication concerning Federal regulations and University policies.  
• Access to an individual to clarify the Federal regulations and University policies.