The Common Rule was substantially revised in 2018, with a general compliance date for applicable studies on January 21, 2018. This page includes educational materials, guidance, and reference documents intended to assist the University of Utah research community in applying the Final Common Rule to their research studies.
Learn About the Changes to the Common Rule
Frequently-Asked Questions
Frequently-asked questions related to the revisions to the Common Rule.
Common Rule Video
A video discussing the changes to the Common Rule and how the changes affect research at the University of Utah.
More Resources
More tools and guidance to help you learn about the changes to the Common Rule.
Learn How to Implement the Changes
Consent Guidance
New consent guidance to help you develop your study consent process.
Concise Summary
Tools and suggestions to help you write the "concise summary" for your consent document.