How do I track changes in the IRB forms?

Step one: unprotect the form. Click here for directions on how to unprotect Microsoft Word documents.

Step two: turn on track changes. Click here for directions on how to use track changes in Microsoft Word.

What if the questions on a form are not appropriate for my submission?

Sometimes a question on a form may not be appropriate for your particular study, or the available answers don't seem to fit. In either case, please provide a cover letter that (1) indicates which question/answer is not appropriate and (2) provides adequate explanation or information to satisfy the general intent of the question. You may also submit additional pages or information to help clarify a question or to inform the Board about the status of your study. If you have any questions, please contact the IRB-01 office.

What if there isn't a form available for the item/information that you want to submit?

Some types of submissions (for example, reporting a protocol deviation) do not have a required form available. If you need to submit information to the Board and a form is not available, please provide a cover letter detailing the content of your submission. If you have any questions about submitting a coverletter or what form you should use, please contact the IRB-01 office.

When must PIs submit the Informed Consent in our current/newest format?

Effective 02/01/2003, PIs are now required to submit their Informed Consent forms in our current/newest format for (1) new protocols, (2) Continuing review if new subjects might be enrolled in the future (open to enrollment), (3) if the Board requests it, and (4) possibly if re-consent is necessary. For more info Click here!