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Regulatory Affairs 
Human Subjects/IRB & Compliance

Conducting research involving human participants requires careful attention to ethical principles, institutional policies, and federal regulations. The Office of Research & Partnerships (ORP) provides guidance and oversight to help ensure research is conducted responsibly, safely, and in compliance with applicable requirements. The resources below introduce key regulatory topics, including human subjects protections, Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes, and research compliance, helping investigators navigate regulatory requirements throughout the research lifecycle.

Learn more about the Regulatory Affairs services offered by the Office of Research & Partnerships units. Presentations recorded for Research Week: Research Education and Career Development Day on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Human Subjects Protection Program

Nicole Duran, Associate, Human Subjects Protection Program

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Conflicts of Interest - Office for Responsible Outside Interests

Ismael Jaimez, Senior Analyst, Responsible Outside Interests

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Enabling Disclosures - Office for Responsible Outside Interests

Ismael Jaimez, Senior Analyst, Responsible Outside Interests

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Export Control

Emily Kotay, Senior Analyst, Export Control

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Research Security Program

Brian Hillegonds, Assistant Director, Research Security Office

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Compliance

Conducting research involving human participants requires careful attention to ethical principles, institutional policies, and federal regulations. The Office of Research & Partnerships (ORP) provides guidance and oversight to help ensure research is conducted responsibly, safely, and in compliance with applicable requirements. The resources below introduce key regulatory topics, including human subjects protections, Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes, research compliance, and responsible conduct of research, helping investigators navigate regulatory requirements throughout the research lifecycle.

Getting Started with IRB

The Institutional Review Board (IRB) oversees research involving human participants to help protect their rights, safety, and welfare. This resource provides an introduction to the IRB review process, including training requirements, submission procedures, required documentation, ancillary reviews, and approval pathways. Understanding these foundational requirements can help investigators prepare complete submissions and navigate the review process more efficiently.

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