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Protection of Human Subjects

The I.R.B. reviews all research of both student and faculty, which involves human subjects.

It is the policy of Kutztown University that no research done under its jurisdiction expose persons who participate as subjects or respondents to unreasonable risks to their health, general well-being, or privacy. In addition such a policy serves to protect researchers in cases of liability.

The IRB reviews research, both student and faculty, which involves human subjects. The approval of the IRB is a requirement for research projects involving human subjects. Please click here for forms and additional procedures. A complete IRB application must be submitted to the Office Of Grants and Sponsored Projects. The complete application, as well as additional procedure can be found below. If you have any questions please call 484-646-4168.

  • Complete I.R.B. Application and Consent Form [Word Document]

  • Procedures Overview
  • Composition of I.R.B.
  • Functions And Operations
  • Review of Research
  • Criteria for Approval of Research
  • Suspension or Termination
  • Records
  • Types of Review
  • Definitions
  • Sample Informed Consent Form
  • Informed Consent for Exempted

     

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