IRB News September 2024

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MythBusters: IRB Edition

The UC Davis IRB Education, Training, and Outreach team will be conducting an interactive training where we take on the myths and misconceptions surrounding the IRB. Just like the TV show MythBusters, we will examine commonly held beliefs about IRB requirements and procedures to uncover the truth. Attendees will learn the purpose of the IRB, how to navigate the submission process, and what ethical considerations must be accounted for in human subjects research. Whether you’re a seasoned researcher or just starting out, this course will debunk the myths that create confusion and empower you with practical knowledge for conducting ethical research with confidence.

Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024

Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Location: Zoom (Advance LMS Registration Required)

Let’s Get Down to Brass Tacks with WCG IRB

The UC Davis IRB will be hosting a virtual Q & A session with a representative from the WCG IRB, formerly the Western Institutional Review Board (WIRB), for researchers who are already conducting a study where the UC Davis IRB relies on the WCG IRB for review or plan to do so in the near future.

Date: Thursday, September 12, 2024

Time: 10:00 AM – 11: 00 AM

Location: Zoom (Registration Link)

You Shall Not Pass… Without a Post-Approval Submission Form Wizard!

We have noticed an uptick in the number of post-approval submissions missing the Post-Approval Submission Form, which is a software wizard to be completed in IRBNet. It is required for all submissions to the IRB after a project has been issued an approval, including:

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