Assent Form Template
For use when the study plan is to enroll children age 12 years and older. Consent of the parent is documented on the separate Consent Form.
Request for Modification Response Form
Use to document the principal investigator’s response to IRB requests for additional information made during the review of an IRB submission.
Event Form (Replaces the Deviation & Unanticipated Problems Forms)
This form is to be completed to report: Unanticipated problems or adverse events involving risks to subjects or others, exceptions, deviations, new information, and other problems/events.
Attestation Form for Translation of Study Documents
Appendices E – Genetics
Appendices B – Drugs
IBC Protocol Closure Form
Research Occupational Health Program
BU’s Research Occupational Health Program (ROHP) focuses on the health, wellness, and safety of the […]
Financial Conflicts of Interest
Financial conflicts of interest (FCOI) in research may occur when outside financial interests compromise, or have the appearance of compromising, the professional judgment of a researcher when designing, conducting, or reporting research. FCOIs are not inherently bad and do not always lead to biased behavior. Review the policies and information below to become familiar with […]
Federal Regulations, Laws, and Guidelines
The care and use of animals for research is strictly governed by federal regulations, laws, and guidelines, which the University follows to the letter. You can read them below. AVMA Guidelines on Euthanasia Animal Welfare Act Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals Guidelines for the Capture, Handling, and Care of Mammals Guidelines […]