Guidelines
The IRB provides guidelines for research submissions based on regulations and guidance from the Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the National Institute of Health (NIH), Utah State Laws, University of Utah Policies and Procedures, and the policies of institutions in the University of Utah’s covered entity (VA Medical Center, Primary Children’s Medical Center, and Shriners Hospital for Children). If you have any questions regarding specific policies, requirements, or guidelines, please contact the IRB.
The policies and guidelines followed by the IRB can be accessed in the IRB Standard Operating Procedures and other guidance on the IRB website. Use the links below to begin your search of guidelines provided on the IRB website.
Please see the Glossary of Terms for additional explanations.



