Updates
New: IRB process improvements
Previous versions of the IRB forms and processes are available for use through August 31, 2010.
New IRB forms and processes below are now available for optional use through August 31, 2010.
Scope: New full review IRB process
Effective Date: September 1, 2010 — Date that new forms and processes will be required
Key Improvements:
- Pre-review replaced by consultations with HSPP analysts
- Redesigned application forms
- Improved tools and templates provided
These improvements are expected to streamline the review process by eliminating the re-work inherent in pre-review and getting studies to the IRB review phase more quickly. Consultations will take place in person or via telephone prior to application submission. The purpose is to provide education and guidance to researchers. IRB submissions will now need to be in final, complete form as they will not receive a pre-review. To support this change, the IRB-ITHS Application and supporting documents have been redesigned to provide greater clarity and transparency as well as to better support investigators in the review process. Taken together, these improvements are designed to enable researchers to initiate the IRB process more effectively and to increase the efficiency of the process.
Come learn more about the new IRB processes and forms by attending one of the two sessions below:
- Wednesday, July 21, Building 1, Soundgarden Conference Room, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
- Friday, August 13, Main Campus, G-1026, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Questions about the sessions? Please contact Project Manager Kori Flajole.
Please see the following for more detailed information:
Application Process for New Studies
Planning a new research study? Follow our step-by-step application process.
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If you have any questions about the application process, please contact the Human Subjects Protection Program for assistance.
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