The P.I. Program – Filling a Void in Academia

The Professionalism and Integrity Program (P.I. Program) fills a void in academia. Today’s research environments are complex. Researchers are busy, research is heavily regulated, and funding is highly competitive. The P.I. Program is led by  Drs. James DuBois and Alison Antes at Washington University. It helps researchers who have intentionally or unintentionally violated research rules…

Co-Director Alison Antes Published in Scientific American

Eric Lander, Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and top White House science adviser, stepped down on February 7, 2022. This resignation followed the conclusion of an internal investigation which found he bullied and mistreated his staff members. Alison Antes, PhD, co-director and coach of The Professional Skills for Researchers Coaching…

The P.I. Program During COVID-19

Covid-19 infection rates continue to rise in some states and we are at least months away from having an effective vaccine. Many research institutions, including Washington University, continue to restrict professional travel due to Covid-19. Therefore, we have suspended our onsite workshop indefinitely. In its place, we will offer professional development programming in an alternative…

P.I. Program Faculty Publish Article Describing the Relationship-Building Practices of “Research Exemplars”

P.I. Program Faculty Publish Article Describing the Relationship-Building Practices of “Research Exemplars” In Leading for Research Excellence and Integrity: A Qualitative Investigation of the Relationship-Building Practices of Exemplary Principal Investigators, published this month in Accountability in Research, Drs. Alison Antes and James DuBois, describe practices for cultivating respectful workplace relationships in research labs. These practices were reported by…

“Research Exemplars” Article Published in PLOS ONE

“Research Exemplars” Article Published in PLOS ONE In an article published in PLOS ONE, “The lab management practices of “Research Exemplars” that foster research rigor and regulatory compliance: A qualitative study of successful principal investigators,” P.I. Program faculty, Dr. Alison Antes and Dr. James DuBois, report on practices linked to rigorous research and compliance in research…

Available Resources

Available Resources These two handouts are available as free downloads. The Lab Leadership and Management Best Practices Checklist is a tool for Principal Investigators who are responsible for managing lab operations and leading research staff. The checklist guides these investigators to identify areas of strength and opportunities for improvement and helps them establish effective professional…

Research Exemplars Selected and Interviewed

Research Exemplars Selected and Interviewed—Bios are Now Online! P.I. Program faculty, Drs. Alison Antes and James DuBois, sought to identify and study the habits of research exemplars—individuals who are doing high-impact, federally funded research while enjoying a reputation for research integrity. The project was supported by Dr. Antes’ NIH K01 award and the P.I. Program.…