The IRB staff have been restructured into specialized teams that each focus on an essential aspect of the IRB review process. We now have seven different teams to assist you with your research application. Go to the “What Do Each of Our Teams Do?” section of our Contact Us page to learn more.
Read MoreHave you noticed the little Block U button in the left corner of the IRB website? That’s our new chat bot! Please try it out and if you have questions about specific topics often, type those into the bot so we can save them in the database and expand its capabilities.
Read MoreThe IRB is excited to announce the launch of our new SIRB website, http://singleirb.utah.edu! The University of Utah IRB has long been one of the leading developers of the single IRB process both locally and nationally. We are happy to offer this new resource to our community to help navigate the rapidly evolving processes that […]
Read MoreThe IRB is pleased to announce a specific application pathway in the ERICA new study application for physicians intending to treat patients using a humanitarian use device (HUD) or expanded access of an investigational drug or device. A humanitarian use device is intended to benefit patients by treating or diagnosing a disease that affects fewer […]
Read MoreThe following University of Utah Institutional Review Board SOPs were reviewed as part of a scheduled sunset review procedure. As a reminder, all IRB SOPs are also being updated as part of a harmonization project to improve ease of reading and understanding. Please take a moment to review these SOPs as a refresher and part […]
Read MoreThe following University of Utah Institutional Review Board SOPs were reviewed as part of a scheduled sunset review procedure. As a reminder, all IRB SOPs are also being updated as part of a harmonization project to improve ease of reading and understanding. Please take a moment to review these SOPs as a refresher and part […]
Read MoreDear IRB members, After more than 18 years with the University of Utah IRB, I am excited to let you know that I have accepted the position of Associate Vice Provost for Research Compliance at Stanford University, starting August 15th. This excitement also comes with heartfelt sadness to be leaving such a wonderful place as […]
Read MoreUpdated Research-Related Injury Language Required by August 1, 2024 For research involving greater than minimal risk, participants must be informed about options available in case they get injured. The University of Utah IRB mandates specific language for addressing research-related injuries. To make it easier to understand (aiming at an 8-9th grade reading level instead of […]
Read MoreThe following University of Utah Institutional Review Board SOPs were reviewed as part of a scheduled sunset review procedure. As a reminder, all IRB SOPs are also being updated as part of a harmonization project to improve ease of reading and understanding. Please take a moment to review these SOPs as a refresher and part […]
Read MoreThe IRB Executive Committee approved a policy change regarding the use of surrogate consent with a legally authorized representative (LAR). Surrogate consent is allowed in the research context for research studies that involve participants with cognitive impairment, or lack of decision-making capacity. Previously, the University of Utah IRB only allowed for surrogate consent to be […]
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