The decision about whether IRB review is required is not always clear-cut in multi-site research. Often, multi-site research involves both institutions that are conducting human subjects research (are “engaged”), and institutions that are not conducting human subjects research (are “not engaged”). Institutions that are “not engaged” generally do not require IRB oversight. This month’s CR TIMES Feature Article describes the criteria for engagement, and provides examples to help illustrate when IRB review is or is not required.
Q. I will be submitting an IRB application for a survey study I will be conducting under exemption category 2.1 (anonymous surveys/interviews/focus groups). The survey will be distributed by professional organizations that are involved with this subject matter. What information do you need to know about these organizations in order to approve my IRB application? The organizations will distribute the survey via their email listservs, social media platforms, and newsletters. Is there any additional information I need to include?
The decision about whether IRB review is required is not always clear-cut in multi-site research. Often, multi-site research involves both institutions that are conducting human subjects research (are “engaged”), and institutions that are not conducting human subjects research (are “not engaged”). Institutions that are “not engaged” generally do not require IRB oversight. This month’s CR TIMES Feature Article describes the criteria for engagement, and provides examples to help illustrate when IRB review is or is not required. 