A participant can provide consent to participate in a study without signing a physical consent form. This can be done through an electronic consent process, such as e-signatures or online surveys. For example, an individual might be asked to check a box or click a button to indicate that they understand and agree to the terms of the study and are willing to participate. In addition, some research studies may not require a physical consent form. For instance, some studies may rely on implied consent. However, these studies do not meet the standards of the IRB.