1. IRB
The purpose of IRB is to ensure the rights of research subjects are protected
In accordance with the ethical standards of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, all research involving human subjects requires approval by the IRB prior to the start of the research project.

3. Process Varies from institutions to institution
online training program (CITI, NIH)
IRB application
Consent
surveys, questionnaires, ads/flyers to solicit
subjects, interview protocols, grant proposal

5. Informed Consent Not a single event or simply a form to be signed
Elements of the consent process:
Explanation of the project
What subjects will do
Voluntary choice to participate and withdraw
Potential Benefits, Discomfort and Risks
Confidentiality
Attestation to age
Contact information
Costs/Reimbursements
Termination of Participation and/or withdrawal by subject
Online surveys: waiver of a signature for informed consent

6. Consent Story

7. Review Types Exempt: minimal risk with nonvunerable populations
Expedited: minimal risk with vunerable populations (minors, prisoners, pregnant women, fetuses, cognitively impaired persons)
Also includes the use of video or audio taping
Full review

8. So when you arrive home…
Plan your strategy
Date of submission
Line up your materials (surveys, interview protocols, consent forms)
Ask before submitting

9. Questions, Comments, Concerns?