Application Procedure
How to Apply to the IRB
The process for submitting an application to the IRB for review and approval can be accomplished by following these steps:
- Complete the online CITI training
- If your department has a research review committee, submit the required information/form to that committee for review. Incorporate this committee’s suggestions/recommendations for your research plan in your IRB application.
- Determine the potential risks associated with your research. Use the Risk/Benefit Assessment Checklist to help you make this determination.
- Prepare the IRB New Project Form in NuRamp.
- The IRB will notify you if revisions to the application are required or additional information/documents should be submitted. You should re-submit your application with the required changes and/or additional information.
- The application process is complete when you receive an electronic notification from the IRB indicating approval. A formal letter of notification also will be sent.
- Once you receive notification of IRB approval, you may begin data collection. No research should begin without IRB approval; no contact should be made with the research subjects prior to receiving IRB approval.
- Notify the IRB should an unanticipated problem or injury occurs to a research subject.
- Notify the IRB if you are making changes to your research plan
Application Flowchart
Tips for Submission
Application Procedure
