Posted by Kimberly Hensle Lowrance, Deputy DirectorThe current economic downturn is widely seen as the most serious in decades, and each day's news reminds us that volatility and uncertainty have become our new reality. For all the challenges this situation presents, we are fortunate to be part of a community filled with strong personal and professional connections, an unwavering commitment to looking out for the best interests of research subjects, and a dedication to striving for the best in all that we do. For 35 years, PRIM&R has been proud to be the home of this community and to play an important role in the research protections field.We must recognize that PRIM&R and the research community [...] Read more

With the end of 2008 quickly approaching, we asked PRIM&R staff to provide their wishes for 2009. Feel free to comment and add your own!

Mariellen Diemand, conference and program manager:

1. In 2009, I hope that the Obama administration can make sense of the financial crisis and that things begin to look upward! (I have a house to sell! JK!).
2. In 2009, I hope that nations around the world can begin to settle their differences and work cooperatively toward peace (can’t we all just get along?!).
3. In 2009, I hope that [...] Read more
   

Posted by Kimberly Hensle Lowrance, Deputy Director

During his keynote address at PRIM&R’s recent annual conference, Carl Elliott, MD, PhD, Professor, Center for Bioethics at the University of MinnesotaRead more