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What is an IRB?


An Institutional Review Board (IRB) is a committee of research experts and members of the community who review research projects that study people.  In the United States, all research that involves people, their data, or their biospecimens must be approved by an IRB before it begins. IRB review makes sure human subject research meets high ethical standards, as well as federal and local laws.

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    Studies for You is an easy way to search for studies you may want to take part in! You may be looking for studies about a medical condition, or studies to understand human behavior.  Click below to learn more:

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