February 12th, 2020 The University of Utah IRB continually strives to provide information and training to the research community. Additionally, we regularly review our guidance documents to make updates as necessary. This e-mail is intended to give a summary of updates that were made and posted during September-December of 2019. It is also our hope […]
Read MoreFebruary 7th, 2020 Effective August 26, 2019, the University of Utah has issued a rule regarding the use of biospecimens. Rule 7-002A defines what constitutes a biospecimen and what qualifies as University research. University Researchers and administrative units engaged in the collection of biospecimens and associated data should make reasonable efforts to collect information regarding each biospecimen, including details […]
Read MoreFebruary 3rd, 2020 The IRB website has been converted to the latest University of Utah template! New features include a floating menu bar (click “Menu” in the top corner to access) and enhanced search capabilities. If you have questions, please Contact Us.
Read MoreNew Video Available: Budgeting for Single IRB Review Fees This video guides you through some of the nuances of single IRB review fees and when you may need to think about these issues prior to initiating a grant or review with the IRB. Learn more about budgeting for SIRB review here. If you have questions, please Contact […]
Read MoreJanuary 18th, 2019 * Also known as the Final Rule or the 2018 Common Rule. Which studies does this apply to? Studies that are subject to the rules and regulations of one of the Common Rule Agencies**; AND Studies approved by the IRB on or after January 21, 2019. ** Note that the FDA is not a […]
Read MoreNovember 11th, 2019 The IRB and the Office of Research Participant Advocacy are excited to announce that our new short form Translation Library is now available! The new library includes short forms and parental permission documents translated into 29 languages, audio recordings of the short form in 12 languages, and video recordings in American Sign […]
Read MoreUtah Population Database(UPDB) Consent and Authorization Requirements Guidance ⏴back to Guidance Series Utah Population Database(UPDB) Consent and Authorization Requirements Version: October 2, 2019 Guidance The Utah Population Database (UPDB) is a resource that is housed and operated at Huntsman Cancer Institute; however, the UPDB is not considered part of the University of Utah Covered Entity. […]
Read MoreAugust 26th, 2019 Please join us in congratulating Emma Tkachuck and April Edwards in their recent promotions to the Administrator team. We would also like to welcome our two new Coordinators, Muriel McGregor and Anthon Wood. For more information about the IRB staff, please see the Contact Us page.
Read MoreIRB Authority: Observation of Consent and Conduct of the Research Guidance Documents and References Points to Consider ⏴back to Board Member Guidance Series Board Member Guidance Series Version: August 25, 2019 Guidance The IRB has authority to observe or have a third party observe the consent process, and the conduct of the research. See SOP […]
Read MoreGender Inclusive Language in Research Definitions Guidance Documents and References ⏴back to Guidance Series Gender Inclusive Language in Research Version: August 15, 2019 Definitions Gender or Gender Identity describes the internal/psychological sense of self, regardless of biology. Response options to questions categorizing gender would typically include woman, man, transgender, and non-binary. Sex is the biological […]
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