IRB Review Processes

Exempt Review Criteria

Applies to research falling within federally defined exemption categories.

Expedited Review Criteria

Applies to minimal-risk research meeting expedited categories.

Full Board Review Process

Greater-than-minimal-risk research is reviewed at convened IRB meetings.

  • Refer to Submission deadlines (Under meeting information tab) for full board review consideration

Continuing Review & Administrative Updates

Certain studies require annual continuing review.

Amendments & Modifications

Changes must be submitted and approved prior to implementation.

Study Closure & Reporting

Investigators must submit a study closure report upon completion.