How long does IRB approval take?

How long does IRB review take? An expedited or exempt review may take about two weeks. Studies requiring convened review may take three or more weeks. The PI has a significant influence on the length of time between submission and approval.

What is the IRB process?

Under FDA regulations, an IRB is an appropriately constituted group that has been formally designated to review and monitor biomedical research involving human subjects. In accordance with FDA regulations, an IRB has the authority to approve, require modifications in (to secure approval), or disapprove research.

Which type of IRB does not require approval?

“Exempt” human subjects research is a sub-set of research involving human subjects that does not require comprehensive IRB review and approval because the only research activity involving the human subjects falls into one or more specific exemption categories as defined by the Common Rule.

What research does not require IRB approval?

Publicly available data do not require IRB review. Examples: census data, labor statistics. Note: Investigators should contact the IRB if they are uncertain as to whether the data qualifies as “publicly available.”

Is IRB approval required for qualitative research?

All non-exempt research involving human subjects must have advance IRB approval. Qualitative research often does not need IRB, Meyer said.

What is exempt determination?

A determination of “exempt” means that the research protocol is exempt from regulatory requirements of the Common Rule (45 CFR 46), the federal regulations that govern the conduct of human subjects research.