As a researcher, I would like to know how best to obtain consent to tape record an interview? • I have been awarded a grant, but I won be doing research involving humans until a year later. Is there any way I can access any of the funds for administrative start-up costs before then?
1. How long does it take for a protocol to be reviewed and approved? The McMaster Research Ethics Board meets once a month but most protocols are sent for expedited review. Only protocols that are more than minimal risk are reserved for full board review. Generally speaking it takes an average two to three weeks for your protocol to be reviewed by the expedited review process. A research ethics application that is completed correctly might take less time, because there will be less back and forth between the chair and the researcher to clarify questions or concerns. Applications can be submitted anytime in advance of a meeting date. Please leave enough time for review prior to your anticipated starting time. The McMaster Research Ethics Board approves research for four to five years before the application must be resubmitted. 2. If I am applying for a grant, when should I submit my ethics application? If you are applying to a funding agency like NSERC, SSHRC, CIHR, you don’t need to su
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