For research studies involving greater than minimal risk, the consent form must contain the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s position should medical treatment be required for subjects:
In the unlikely event that you should suffer an injury as a direct consequence of the research procedures described above, no additional compensation for physical care, hospitalization, loss of income, pain, suffering, or any other form of compensation will be provided. None of the above shall be construed as a waiver of any legal rights or redress you may have.
Sharon N. Obasi, Ph.D., Director of Research Integrity
308-865-8225
obasis2@unk.edu
Dr. Joan Blauwkamp, IRB Chair
blauwkampj@unk.edu
Dr. Chris Waples, IRB Vice Chair
waplescj@unk.edu
Lynette Brown, Division of Research and Creative Activity Associate
308-865-8702
brownla2@unk.edu