Prior to submitting an application, you are encouraged to read and understand the preceding information on the Institutional Review Board Policies and Procedures Involving the Use of Human Subjects in Research. A description of how to prepare an application and the required forms are contained on the following pages. If the research qualifies for exemption from federal regulations, submit 1 copy of the application to your Department Chairperson. The Department Chairperson may appoint a departmental member to review applications. Revisions will be evaluated as soon as they are received by the IRB office, and the investigator will be notified once the project is approved.
All notifications are in writing.
Late applications will be carried over to the next scheduled meeting. The following instructions are provided as a guide to help investigators prepare a complete application. Please complete the Application Cover Sheet and the Investigator's Assurance Statement . Prepare the research protocol and consent materials for committee review according to the following guidelines. The main headings and relevant subheadings must be addressed and will form the organization of the application.