The Institutional Review Board (IRB) at the University of Richmond
The Institutional Review Board (IRB) exists for the purpose of protecting human subjects of research. Any research involving human subjects must be approved by the IRB in advance of the conduct of the research. This policy applies to faculty, staff, students and any other person associated with the University. UR policies also cover research at other institutions when someone from UR is engaged in that research.
Researchers Submit Proposals to the IRB
Researchers who wish to engage in research involving human subjects must submit written research proposals to the IRB. Several hundred proposals each year are submitted to the IRB for review. The nature of the proposal is dependent on the complexity of the research and the risk that it poses to subjects.
Content and Organization of this Website
This website is organized to provide researchers with information on IRB policies and procedures. The intent of the website is to provide researchers with comprehensive information on their responsibilities to the University and, most importantly, to the subjects of their research. The website is organized in the following manner.
About Us
Schedules and Deadlines
Types of Review
Proposals and Forms
Educational Requirements
- CITI Training Modules
- Faculty and Staff
- Student Training
- IRB Member Training
- Research Abroad
- Other
- Presentations
FAQ
IRB Policies
- IRB at a Glance
- UR Policies
- Written Procedures
- Federalwide Assurance
- OHRP
- Belmont Report
- Human Subject
- Other Policies
