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THREE I'S BIOSECURITY AND RESEARCH INTEGRITY
Promoting the responsible conduct of research, partnership, ethics, best practices and the exploration of current trends 
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Dates: Monday, April 27 – Thursday, April 30, 2026
Schedule: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) each day
Location: This is a fully virtual event hosted on the WHOVA platform. 
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For over 25 years MSMR along with MeRTEC and NCABR has hosted the Three I's conference for promoting responsible conduct in ethics. This event is an outstanding educational, networking and training opportunity for compliance professionals. 

In the field of ethics, collaboration is vital among the three I's committees: IACUCs, IBCs and IRBs. It can reduce redundancies and make it easier for the investigators to stay within compliance procedure. By establishing these procedures, professionals are able to conduct research – safely, responsibly, ethically and securely – while helping to identify and communicate compliance and security concerns. 


We are seeking dynamic and insightful presentations that will inspire discussion, foster innovation, and share new perspectives with our community of professionals and academics. 

Submission Guidelines
  • The deadline for submission is November 21, 2025.
  • All submissions must be made through our online portal.
Ready to Submit an Abstract? Click Here!

THREE I’s BEECH TREE SCHOLARS AWARD PROGRAM

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WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!
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We believe that experience and perspective are necessary to develop skills. If you are new to our field, we would like to offer you a chance to pursue connections in the Life Science industry and the opportunity to network and exchange ideas with colleagues by attending The THREE I’s Conference.

Please take a moment to explore our THREE I’s BEECH TREE conference scholarship, where we aspire to support and encourage pursuing experience and knowledge.


BEECH TREE SCHOLARS AWARD PROGRAM

In Memory of Colleen Cody and Angela Birnbaum

Beech trees are associated with knowledge and wisdom, are valued for their strength and broad canopy, and are emblematic of the way in which both Colleen and Angela generously shared their time, knowledge and passion for research ethics and regulation. 


​The Beech Tree Scholars program has been established to both honor their memory and continue their legacy of welcoming those new to the field. 

Beginning in 2025, each year a selected applicant will be awarded registration, domestic airfare and hotel to attend the THREE I’s conference. As the network of Beech Tree Scholars and their supporters grows, it will continue to provide both roots and shelter within the research ethics community.

If you are new to the field and interested in attending virtually for FREE please consider applying for our scholarship.

DEADLINE is to APPLY is January 15, 2026!
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To apply, please click the link below. Alternatively, you can download the application and send the completed form with all required materials to Lynne Walsh.

If you have any questions, please contact Lynne at [email protected].

BEECH TREE SCHOLARS APPLICATION

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