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Connect with Research & Innovation through upcoming workshops, information sessions, presentations and outreach events designed to support Texas Tech researchers throughout the research development process.

Sep 15 2026

Workshop

Fall 2026 Writing Group — Sydney

A supportive, weekly writing group led by Sydney Jones that provides participants with dedicated writing time, peer accountability and guidance as they develop research proposals and other scholarly materials.

  • Virtual meetings once a week for 10 weeks (Sept. 15–Nov. 17)
  • 2.5-hour sessions designed for focus and accountability:
    • 15-minute check-in to share goals
    • 2 hours of focused writing
    • 15-minute wrap-up to reflect on progress
  • Open to faculty at all levels and disciplines

Time 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Location Online

Days Tuesdays or Wednesdays

Register
RDC Point of Contact Sydney Jones
Sep 16 2026

Workshop

Fall 2026 Writing Group — Nishita

A collaborative weekly writing group led by Nishita that offers dedicated time, accountability and feedback to help participants make consistent progress on research proposals and scholarly projects.

  • Virtual meetings once a week for 10 weeks (Sept. 16–Nov. 17)
  • 2.5-hour sessions designed for focus and accountability:
    • 15-minute check-in to share goals
    • 2 hours of focused writing
    • 15-minute wrap-up to reflect on progress
  • Open to faculty at all levels and disciplines

Time 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Location Online

Days Tuesdays or Wednesdays

Register
RDC Point of Contact Nishita Poranki
Oct 27 2026

Responsible Conduct of Research

Research Misconduct

Learn about research misconduct, the responsibilities of researchers and institutions, and practices that support integrity and accountability in research and scholarship.

Time 3:00–4:00 p.m.

Location Zoom

Nov 4 2026

Responsible Conduct of Research

Procrastination & Time Management

Explore practical approaches to managing time, addressing procrastination and developing sustainable work habits that support responsible and productive research.

Time 12:00–1:00 p.m.

Location Zoom | TLPDC

Register for In-Person Attendance
Nov 6 2026

Responsible Conduct of Research

AI in Research

Learn responsible methods and approaches to using AI in your research.

Time 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Location Zoom

Attend
Nov 10 2026

Responsible Conduct of Research

Lab Safety and Safety Compliance

Review laboratory safety responsibilities and compliance practices that help protect researchers, research participants and the broader research environment.

Time 3:00–4:00 p.m.

Location Zoom

Guest Speaker Rebecca Moloney

Nov 13 2026

Leadership Engagement

Open Door, Open Floor

Vice President for Research & Innovation James Reecy is hosting a series of informal, monthly discussions to provide space for our community to share ideas, ask questions or engage in conversations about research and innovation at Texas Tech.

Time 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Location TBD

Nov 16 2026

Responsible Conduct of Research

Animal Subjects in Research

Explore ethical and regulatory responsibilities associated with the use of animal subjects in research and the practices that support responsible animal care and research conduct.

Time 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Location Zoom

Guest Speaker Brittany Backus, Ph.D.

Nov 19 2026

Responsible Conduct of Research

Graduate Writing Center: Using Generative AI Effectively and Responsibly as a Research Tool

Explore effective and responsible uses of generative AI within research and scholarly workflows, with attention to ethical decision making and appropriate use. This is an outside session eligible for RCR credit with completion of the required summary.

Time 1:00 p.m.

RCR Credit Summary required. Submit to researchintegrity@ttu.edu.

Register
Dec 1 2026

Responsible Conduct of Research

Authorship

Examine responsible authorship practices, including appropriate attribution, contributor roles, communication among collaborators and ethical decisions around scholarly credit.

Time 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Location Zoom

Dec 8 2026

Responsible Conduct of Research

Plagiarism

Examine plagiarism in research and scholarship, including appropriate attribution, responsible use of sources and practices for maintaining academic and research integrity.

Time 3:00–4:00 p.m.

Location Zoom

Dec 15 2026

Leadership Engagement

Open Door, Open Floor

Vice President for Research & Innovation James Reecy is hosting a series of informal, monthly discussions to provide space for our community to share ideas, ask questions or engage in conversations about research and innovation at Texas Tech.

Time 8:30–9:30 a.m.

Location TBD

Office of Research & Innovation

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