myLaminin Perspectives

Non-compliance in research is more than a policy risk, it’s a financial and reputational one. With rising regulatory demands across Canada, the U.S., and Europe, many teams underestimate the true cost of getting it wrong. This article explores the real-world impact of non-compliance, from lost funding to multi-million-dollar fines, and introduces a practical Cost of Non-Compliance Calculator to help assess your risk.

Researchers today must navigate a complex landscape of privacy, security, and compliance requirements. This compliance primer breaks down five key frameworks—HIPAA, PHIPA, PIPEDA, GDPR, and NIST 800-171—highlighting what they cover, how they differ, and why they matter. Learn how consent, data protection, technical security, and cross-border responsibilities intersect, and what research teams need to stay compliant in a global, data-driven environment.