Wondering which changes still need to go through the Utah HRPP when an external SIRB serves as the Reviewing IRB? Our new webpage explains which changes require local submission in ERICA and which study-wide changes stay with the Reviewing IRB. It includes guidance, common examples, and a quick reference to help study teams navigate ongoing […]
Read MoreMandatory Future Use may be appropriate for some studies, but not all. Our new infographic provides a simple framework for evaluating when future use of data or samples can be required and what considerations should be addressed before making it mandatory. The infographic includes five examples in a quick-reference guide to support study teams during […]
Read MorePrivacy and confidentiality have always been a concern when the IRB reviews and approves Human Subjects Research, but it has become apparent in recent years that the greater community is becoming more aware of these issues and more involved in protecting their data. Amid ever-growing news stories about data breaches, AI mining information, and the […]
Read MoreSubmitting an application is an important milestone, but submission does not always mean IRB review has started. Your ERICA status shows where the application is, what happens next, and who may need to act. Start with your ERICA status. Every application displays a status that changes as it moves through the review process. Use the […]
Read MoreThe holidays are upon us again! Please plan for a little extra time during this season for application reviews and approvals and note that some of our meetings will be canceled. November 25, 2026 (day before Thanksgiving): Board meeting held as scheduled December 24, 2026 (Christmas Eve): Canceled board meeting December 28, 2026 – January 1, 2027: Canceled […]
Read MoreDrafting a consent cover letter? New cover letter templates, one with and one without authorization language, are now available to help investigators and study teams provide the key information for participants. The template includes instructions for use in the document itself, highlighting the details that should be included with your submission. More information about the […]
Read MoreAI tools can make our work easier, but before putting University information into an AI tool, pause and ask: What type of data am I working with? The University of Utah Tools & Infrastructure page explains how to recognize public, sensitive, and restricted data and how each type should be handled. Of particular importance to […]
Read MoreAs of August 1, 2026, researchers can no longer submit Amendments as part of an HRPP Progress Update in ERICA. If your study requires changes, those Amendments must be submitted either before the study’s anniversary date or after the HRPP Progress Update has been acknowledged. This change is designed to streamline IRB review by allowing […]
Read MoreWe checked – there are almost 100 applications in ERICA right now holding in “Faculty Approval” status. Is yours one of them? Faculty Approval status means the study has a faculty sponsor that needs to review and approve the submission. The IRB has not received the application and no review will begin until the Sponsor […]
Read MoreWhat is The Research Post? The Research Post is the official online publication and go-to source for the latest news, announcements, and updates regarding research activities across the University of Utah. It highlights major institutional milestones, research initiatives, and resources provided by the Office of the Vice President for Research (VPR). 📌 How Do I Subscribe? […]
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