GETTING STARTED with an IRB submission
If you are new to the IRB process and need a Cayuse account, email irb@govst.edu.
If you get a “your Cayuse account has been disabled” message or experience other issues while trying to log into Cayuse, email irb@govst.edu.
QUESTIONS about the IRB submission process? Email irb@govst.edu.
IRB approval or a determination that the project is exempt from IRB review must be obtained before any research involving human subjects is initiated. Please review these documents to familiarize yourself with the responsibilities of the Principal Investigator and Faculty Advisor, and the IRB review process.
What does the IRB review?Responsibilities of Principal InvestigatorResponsibilities of Faculty AdvisorReview TypesOther IRB DeterminationsIRB Review Process
To fulfill the IRB's requirement for training in human subjects protection, researchers must complete training through CITI Program. Completion of training will certify a researcher for three years and enable the researcher to apply to the IRB for approval of research protocols.
Instructions for Researchers Instructions for Undergraduate Students
How to Submit a Questionnaire for Non-Human Subjects ResearchHow to Submit an Application for Initial ReviewHow to Submit a ModificationHow to Submit a RenewalHow to Submit a ModificationHow to Submit a Closure Report
There is often a wide range of research activities and research participants, and one consent form may not be appropriate for all purposes. Depending on your needs, you may choose from the templates below.
Written Informed Consent FormShort Consent Form for On-line SurveysVerbal Consent ScriptAdditional Language for Consent FormsInstructions for Consent Forms
These resources will assist you in preparing an application for IRB review.
Frequently Asked Questions about the IRB Researcher's Guide to the IRBGuidance for Student ResearchersExample for Student Researchers: Quantitative DesignExample for Student Researchers: Qualitative DesignGuidance on Recruitment of Research SubjectsGuidance on Snowball RecruitmentGuidance on Identifiability of Research DataGuidance on Confidentiality vs AnonymityGuidance on Compensation to Research Subjects Zoom Guidance for IRB Studies
The IRB is in the process of updating old and developing new policies and procedures for the review of human subjects research. You may review the IRB SOPs here.
In this section, you can find recordings of IRB educational events and related materials.
October 19 Slides
October 19 Recording
IRB Chair
Provost Appointments
Faculty Senate Appointments
Email your questions to irb@govst.edu or call 708.534.4987
Anonymous IRB Feedback Form
CITI Program
Cayuse
The Belmont Report
Basic HHS Policy for Protection of Human ResearchSubjects (45 CFR Part 46)
FDA Policy for the Protection of Human Subjects (21 CFR Part 50 and 56)
Guidelines for External Research and Data Collection at Chicago Public Schools