Human Research Protection Program/Institutional Review Board
At the OVPRI Human Research Protection Program (HRPP), our mission is to protect human subjects' rights, welfare, and safety through supporting scientifically sound research, minimizing potential risks to participants, and conveying clear information to participants and their communities on the risks and benefits of research.
The OVPRI Human Research Protection Program provides guidance and resources for researchers and IRB members at Virginia Commonwealth University. We review all research involving human participants to facilitate the conduct of ethical research and ensure compliance with federal, state and institutional regulations.
Reporting for single patient access and emergency uses of FDA regulated products should be made directly to the HRPP at 804-828-0868 or at hrpp@vcu.edu.
Required reports of new information may be made using HRP-214 - FORM - Reportable new information; submit to hrpp@vcu.edu. Please reference HRP-103 - Investigator manual to determine reporting requirements.
The New IRB system (VIRBs) web page has all guidance and training related to the VIRBs. Refer to the FAQ's posted on the New IRB review system web page for specific guidance on operations during the downtime period.
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