I received an HSRB Continuing Review Reminder. Whats that all about?
The federal regulations governing research with human subjects require review of an active research project no less frequently than once a year. Therefore, the HSRB can only approve a project for a maximum of a 12 month period. After the initial approval period, a project can be continued for an additional period at the request of the investigator. Any modifications from the original project must be approved, however (see question 8 for more information on this). Eleven months (or less depending upon specific project characteristics) after initial review, an investigator (and advisor, if the researcher is a student) should receive a Human Subjects Continuing Review Update form via campus mail. This form asks the investigator to provide information regarding the project, such as the status of the project (completed or continuing), the number of subjects involved, if any adverse events occurred. This form should be returned, along with copies of current consent documents, to the Office o
Related Questions
- What if I need a new study, additional investigator, protocol amendment or request for continuing review reviewed before the regularly scheduled Board meeting?
- What if I do not submit Continuing Review Report or Final Report 30 days prior to the expiration date?
- Are investigators responsible for obtaining continuing review of research?
