Who makes sure that the studies are ethically appropriate?
All studies have been through a rigorous review process by the UCSC’s Institutional Review Board (IRB), which consists of a panel of University and community members. This panel carefully evaluates proposed studies involving human participants before they begin (and at least once per year after initial approval) to ensure that the research is ethical. Can I bring along my other children? Absolutely! If you bring along other children, another trained research assistant will be happy to look after them during your visit. We ask only that you let us know beforehand, if possible, so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Will I be with my child at all points during the visit? Yes. You will be with your child at all times. How many times will I be asked to bring my child? Most studies involve a one-time visit, lasting about 30 minutes. However, many families participate in numerous studies, whenever their schedules allow. If you are interested, you may be contacted more than once.
All studies taking place in the Child Language and Learning Lab have been through a rigorous review process by the University of Virginia’s Institutional Review Board (IRB), which consists of a panel of University and community members. This panel carefully evaluates proposed studies involving human participants before they begin (and at least once per year after initial approval) to ensure that the research is ethical, and handles any comments or complaints about the research.
All studies taking place in the Child Development Laboratories have been through a rigorous review process by the University of Virginia’s Institutional Review Board, which consists of a panel of University and community members. This panel carefully evaluates proposed studies involving human participants before they begin (and at least once per year after initial approval) to ensure that the research is ethical, and handles any comments or complaints about the research.
