Informed consent is more than just a form; it is a process that actively involves the participant. It is an "ongoing exchange of information between the investigator and [participant]" per the OHRP.

Investigators may request a waiver or alteration of the informed consent process or waiver of consent documentation, provided the conditions described on the waiver form are fulfilled.

The consent form must be written in language that is easy for the participant to understand. Avoid technical terms and complex sentences, regardless of your intended audience. When there are different ...

Note: The IRB must be provided with “sponsor verification” in the form of a letter signed by the sponsor(s) with the same wording given in the consent form, a model consent form included in the ...

Incoming students who are 17 years old and younger must complete and submit one of the forms below prior to registering for classes. Consent for Minor by Parent or Guardian Print out and complete the ...

Obtaining informed consent is more than getting a signature on a form. Informed consent is one of the primary ethical considerations underlying research with human subjects. ALL human subject research ...