Across the Board

Why do reviews take so long?
For many, the IRB process can seem to take longer than expected.
The IRB office does its very best to make sure each researcher obtains study approval in the shortest time possible. But if that’s the case, why DO some reviews take so long?
Federal regulations require the [...]

Researchers are responsible for completing and submitting an IRB Continuing Review Form at least six weeks prior to the expiration date of their original approval and must maintain current IRB approval until all of the following occur:
+Participant recruitment has concluded (i.e., no recruitment is in progress or anticipated).
+All data collection has been completed (i.e. no [...]