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Submitting Validated Surveys

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To support thorough risk assessment, the IRB is now asking study teams to upload any questionnaires or surveys (including validated surveys) used in studies under the Surveys, Questionnaires, Etc. section of the Documents & Attachments page in their IRB application. This helps the IRB evaluate the nature of questions participants are asked, especially when these […]

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Exception from Informed Consent for Planned Research in Emergency Settings

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◀ Back SOP 508: Exception from Informed Consent for Planned Research in Emergency Settings document.addEventListener(‘DOMContentLoaded’,function(){frmFrontForm.scrollToID(‘frm_container_1822’);});Edit Version: F2625 Purpose Scope Policy Procedures Notes PURPOSE The exception from informed consent for planned research in emergency settings SCOPE This policy applies to planned research in emergency settings. This policy does not cover emergency use of a test article, […]

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New IRB Associate Director

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We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Hannah Owen to the role of IRB Associate Director. Hannah demonstrates exceptional leadership, deep expertise in research ethics, and a steadfast commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of research participants. We are excited for her collaborative spirit, strategic thinking, and dedication to excellence to continue making […]

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Institutional Reporting Procedures

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◀ Back SOP 905: Institutional Reporting Procedures document.addEventListener(‘DOMContentLoaded’,function(){frmFrontForm.scrollToID(‘frm_container_262’);});Edit Version: G0925 Purpose Scope Policy Procedures PURPOSE The University of Utah Institutional Review Board (IRB) is committed to complying with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations in the conduct of research studies. The IRB will communicate specific actions to relevant entities that may have an interest […]

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HRPP and Non-Compliance

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◀ Back SOP 903: HRPP and Non-Compliance document.addEventListener(‘DOMContentLoaded’,function(){frmFrontForm.scrollToID(‘frm_container_168’);});Edit Version: A2725 Purpose Scope Definition Policy Procedures PURPOSE The University of Utah Institutional Review Board (IRB) addresses both allegations and confirmed reports of non-compliance as outlined in this policy. For VA research, the VHA Handbook 1058.01: Research Compliance Reporting Requirements is followed. SCOPE This policy applies to […]

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Institutional Review Board (IRB) Community Outreach

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◀ Back SOP 909: Institutional Review Board (IRB) Community Outreach document.addEventListener(‘DOMContentLoaded’,function(){frmFrontForm.scrollToID(‘frm_container_167’);});Edit Version: G1724 Purpose Scope Policy Procedures PURPOSE The University of Utah Institutional Review Board (IRB) may conduct community outreach activities with the goal of enhancing the understanding of research involving participants in the community. SCOPE This policy applies to the University of Utah IRB. […]

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Routine and For-Cause Audits

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◀ Back SOP 908: Routine and For-Cause Audits document.addEventListener(‘DOMContentLoaded’,function(){frmFrontForm.scrollToID(‘frm_container_166’);});Edit Version: F0925 Purpose Scope Policy Procedures PURPOSE The University of Utah Institutional Review Board (IRB) conducts routine and for-cause audits using systematic methods to evaluate compliance with federal regulations, state and local laws, and University of Utah policies and procedures, and to verify that research is […]

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Research Complaints and Concerns

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◀ Back SOP 907: Research Complaints and Concerns document.addEventListener(‘DOMContentLoaded’,function(){frmFrontForm.scrollToID(‘frm_container_165’);});Edit Version: K1123 Purpose Scope Policy Procedures PURPOSE The University of Utah IRB is committed to the protection of research participants. Research participants are encouraged to express any concerns or complaints regarding the involvement in a research study. SCOPE This policy applies to human subject research conducted […]

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Protection of Research Participants

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◀ Back SOP 906: Protection of Research Participants document.addEventListener(‘DOMContentLoaded’,function(){frmFrontForm.scrollToID(‘frm_container_164’);});Edit Version: G1724 Purpose Scope Policy Procedures PURPOSE This SOP outlines the steps taken by the University of Utah Institutional Review Board (IRB) to protect the rights and welfare of participants in research following the implementation of an administrative hold, suspension, or termination of that research. SCOPE […]

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Administrative Hold, Suspension and Termination of Approved Research

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◀ Back SOP 904: Administrative Hold, Suspension and Termination of Approved Research document.addEventListener(‘DOMContentLoaded’,function(){frmFrontForm.scrollToID(‘frm_container_163’);});Edit Version: A3124 Purpose Scope Definition Policy Procedures PURPOSE This policy outlines the procedures for the University of Utah Institutional Review Board (IRB) to suspend or terminate research. SCOPE This policy applies to research reviewed and approved by the University of Utah IRB […]

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