Frequently Asked Questions about Human Subject Research (IRB)

Find answers to frequently asked questions about human research at Syracuse University, including IRB requirements, review processes, and compliance guidance.

IRB Support and Consultations

Get support for human research at Syracuse University through consultations, guidance, and resources to help navigate IRB requirements and the review process.

Office of Research Integrity and Protections Glossary

Find definitions of essential research integrity, compliance, and human/animal research protections terms in the Syracuse University ORIP Glossary.

Students as Research Participants

Research with one's own students presents unique considerations with regard to human subjects protections.

Report a Human Subjects Research Concern

Report human subjects research concerns at Syracuse University. Ensure participant safety and ethical compliance through ORIP.

Research Participant Information

Research participants are encouraged to express any concerns or complaints regarding involvement in a research study.

Policies and Guidelines - Human Subject Research

Access key federal regulations, institutional policies, data security standards, and resources that guide human subject research and ensure compliance with ethical and legal requirements.

Deadlines and Meetings

View submission deadlines and meeting dates for full board IRB reviews at Syracuse University, with details on electronic submission and guidance for expedited and exempt applications.

Human Research Forms

Find all current Syracuse University Human Research forms, applications, consent templates, guides, and resources to support IRB submissions, study approvals, and compliance with research regulations.

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Learn how Syracuse University researchers comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) when handling personal data in research.

Study Conclusion

Guidance for closing human research studies, including IRB study closure, continuing review, and record retention requirements for compliance.

Post-Approval Actions

Guidance for managing human research studies after IRB approval, including continuing review, amendments, reporting, and maintaining compliance.

Preparing a New Study: The Review Process

Learn how to prepare a new human research study, determine IRB review type, protect participants’ privacy, and submit compliant applications.

Common Rule

Explore Syracuse University’s guidance on the Common Rule, federal regulations for protecting human subjects in research studies.

Conducting A Human Research Study

Learn how to conduct human research at Syracuse University, including IRB approval, ethical guidelines, and compliance with federal regulations.