When do activities involving human subjects need IRB review?
Any activity that meets the federal definition of both “Research” and “Human Subjects” or the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) definition of “Clinical Investigation” requires review and approval by the Missouri State University IRB. Activities that meet this definition constitute research for purpose of the policy and procedures, whether or not they are supported or funded under a program which is considered research for other purposes. For example, some demonstration and service programs may include research activities.
