IRB Initial Research Proposal Application FORM
This form is for all NEW research proposals. All research involving human subjects must be submitted to the IRB for review. It is suggested that researchers review the form and save their responses in a separate document before submitting. The below link will open up the form in a new window.
PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION IN THE “ABOUT” SECTION REGARDING HOW COVID-19 IMPACTS WLU HUMAN SUBJECTS RESEARCH
Amendment or Modification to approved research FORM
“Changes that affect the subjects in any way cannot be made to approved studies, including informed consent documents, without prior IRB review and approval. An exception to this is any changes necessary to immediately protect subjects safety as noted in 21 CFR 56.108(a)(4) and 56.115(a)(1).”
Project Amendment or Modification Form
Use this form for any project amendments or modifications
“An IRB must conduct continuing review of research at intervals appropriate to the degree of risk, but not less than once per year (45 CFR 46.109(e))”. The frequency of review is indicated in the IRB notification of decision document. **Note regulation changes January 2019. The IRB will contact you if continuing review is required
