In order to approve research, the IRB shall determine that all criteria for approval are satisfied. In order for the research to be approved, it shall receive the approval of a majority of the members present at the meeting.
Most research follows the full review and approval process.
Expedited Review Expedited review allows NSU to use an abbreviated review procedure for research proposals involving human subjects. To qualify for expedited review, two criteria must be met. This includes the use of physical sensors that are applied either to the surface of the body or at a distance and do not involve input of matter or significant amounts of energy into the subject or invasion of the subject's privacy. It also includes such procedures as weighing, testing sensory acuity, electrocardiography, electroencephalography, thermography, detection of naturally occurring radioactivity, diagnostic echography, and electroretinography. A tape of a therapy session with a patient would not qualify for expedited review.