FAQ
Q. OK, my research project uses humans so it will need to be reviewed by the UCAIHS. How do I start?
A. There are several steps.
In addition to being required for everyone who does human subjects research it will answer many of your basic questions.
2. Go to the Human Subjects Form page and download:
3. After reading the instructions on the application and the guidances, and checking this website for other FAQs that might apply, write an abstract containing the purpose of the study, who the study population is and how you plan to make contact with the subjects. Then contact the human subjects office (email address) or 212-998-4808 after sending your abstract for them to review. While it is not REQUIRED, many problems encountered by first time researchers can be avoided with a little help from the UCAIHS staff.
Please note: If you want or need help from the UCAIHS staff, you should be contacting them at least two weeks ahead of the application deadline.
FAQs
- I am the faculty sponsor of a student doing research involving human subjects. Why do I need to take the tutorial?
- How do I decide whether my study involves human subjects?
- Research using Students/Employees
- I am doing research in my classroom. Can I use Category 1 exempt status?
- Sample consent forms
When to submit
What to submit
New Starting October 13, 2009 Drop-In Consultation Available:
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Fall 2009 Human Subjects Seminar Series presented by Dr. McCutcheon
The Office of the University Committee on Activities Involving Human Subjects continues its seminar series on the responsibilities of researchers, faculty sponsors and NYU for the protection of human subjects in research. The seminars are open to anyone with an interest in research involving human subjects, and should be of special interest to persons currently conducting research with humans or that are planning to conduct research with humans. Issues discussed at these seminars are relevant to all NYU Faculty, students and administrators that are involved in the research process. Seminars are held at 4pm on the third Thursday of each month at 665 Broadway, Suite 801Conference Room (Office of Sponsored Programs).
IRB Made Easy - September 17th
Classroom based research, using students as subjects - October 22nd
Defining minimal risk in Social, Educational and Behavioral Research - November 19th
Please RSVP the Office of the University Committee on Activities Involving Human Subjects at ask.humansubjects@nyu.edu if you plan to attend a specific seminar or all.