The Institutional Review Board for the Protection of the Human Subjects (IRB) is the regulatory body of IUP that is responsible for the review of research that involves human participants. The purpose of IRBs nationally is to protect participants in research as well as to protect researchers conducting research involving human participants.
This web page and its associated links are designed to provide a comprehensive resource for investigators. We hope that this information helps you create the best possible research that meets your academic goals while safeguarding the well-being of the persons who participate in your work.
Please feel free to use contact information provided throughout this web page to get more information or clarification. You should also feel free to provide feedback about the usefulness of this web page at any time. The IRB at IUP is engaged in ongoing efforts to collaborate with investigators to enhance the responsiveness of IRB educational and consultative efforts. For additional information, contact us by e-mail at irb-research@iup.edu.
