51社区

Search within:

Human Subjects (IRB)

The IRB has been charged with reviewing and monitoring human subjects' research conducted under the auspices of 51社区. Human subjects research is any project that meets both the federal definitions of "research" and "human subjects." Human subjects research conducted by 51社区 faculty, staff, or students is subject to IRB review or, when appropriate, a determination by the Office of Research Compliance that the research meets the criteria for an exempt category.  

For projects that meet the definition of human subjects research, you must receive an IRB approval or exempt determination before you may begin your research activities.  

Research is defined as a systematic investigation, including research development, testing, and evaluation, designed to develop or contribute to generalizable knowledge.  

Human subject is defined as a living individual about whom an investigator conducting research: 

(i) Obtains information or biospecimens through intervention or interaction with the individual, and uses, studies, or analyzes the information or biospecimens; or 

(ii) Obtains, uses, studies, analyzes, or generates identifiable private information or identifiable biospecimens. 

To submit for IRB review or an exempt determination, please make a new study submission in  

If you need additional guidance, please contact us at compliance@ohio.edu 

All researchers who conduct human subjects research must complete the required training /research/compliance/training  


Cayuse Training Sessions

As of February 15, 2024, is available for OHIO researchers to submit new IRB protocols. New study protocols are no longer being accepted in LEO. If you'd like to schedule a virtual Cayuse overview session for your department or college, please contact the Office of Research Compliance at compliance@ohio.edu.

For more information about Cayuse Human Ethics, including frequently asked questions, please visit our Cayuse Human Ethics webpage

. (You will need to log in with your OHIO credentials to view.)


Helpful Links:

Need help? For more information on research involving human subjects, email compliance@ohio.edu or call 740-593-0664.