The Institutional Review Board (IRB) at Georgia Southern University safeguards the rights, welfare, and wellbeing of human subjects involved in research. Any study that collects data from or about people—whether surveys, interviews, clinical procedures, or educational assessments—must comply with federal regulations and university policy. The IRB ensures that all research is conducted ethically, responsibly, and in alignment with the principles outlined in the Belmont Report and the U.S. Federal Policy for the Protection of Human Subjects (Common Rule).
Our IRB provides guidance and oversight for faculty, staff, and student investigators across all disciplines. From reviewing study protocols to monitoring informed consent processes, the IRB promotes a culture of ethical research while enabling high-quality scholarship that advances knowledge and benefits society.
On this site, you can explore:
- Board Members – Current IRB membership and expertise.
- CITI Program Online Training – Required courses for researchers and students.
- Contact Us – How to reach IRB staff for support and guidance.
- Functions & Responsibilities – The IRB’s role in research oversight.
- General IRB FAQs – Answers to common questions about submissions and reviews.
- Informed Consent Procedure – Guidelines for protecting participant rights.
- Meeting Dates & Deadlines – Submission timelines for full board and expedited reviews.
- IRB Procedures & Tutorials – Step-by-step instructions for researchers.
- IRB Review & Approval – Criteria for approval and compliance requirements.
- IRB Review Types – Exempt, expedited, and full board review categories.
- Reviewer FAQs – Resources for faculty and committee reviewers.
Georgia Southern’s IRB is committed to fostering research excellence while ensuring that every project upholds the highest standards of ethics and compliance.