IRB Applications and Forms

The Guthrie Clinic IRB Research Study Submission Process

The following information will help you in the process for submitting a research study protocol.

Step 1: Education
You must first obtain training in human subjects protection.

Step 2: Writing the Protocol
A research proposal must include elements as listed in the Protocol document below.

Step 3: Compiling other research documents
Depending on your research proposal, you may have additional documents that will be needed for IRB approval of your project. These documents include:

  • Informed Consent documents
  • Questionnaires, surveys, interview questions, etc.
  • Any recruitment materials such as emails, letters, scripts, advertisements, posters, flyers etc.
  • Any other information that will be used by research subjects

Step 4: Complete IRB application form
The IRB has different forms for initial review.  Submit your protocol to Lori Robinson LoriA.Robinson@60654a.com and Vicky Hickey Vicky.hickey@60654a.com.

We will be happy to help you obtain the correct form for initial review.

Please plan your project in advance to allow time for IRB review. 

Forms: