IRB Forms
All IRB applications and requests must be submitted through the InfoEd electronic protocol submission system.
Researchers must use and upload the applicable forms available on this page into the InfoEd IRB eForm.
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Initial Applications
Initial applications must be submitted through the online submission system, InfoEd. Refer to the InfoEd tutorials and quick guides for assistance with submitting your application.
There are no submission deadlines for Exempt and Expedited level review applications. Submissions are processed as received. We recommend submitting your application at least 30-45 days before your anticipated start date. Exempt and Expedited applications are generally processed between 2-4 weeks.
Submission timelines for Full Board review applications are available here: IRB Meeting Schedule (PDF). A consultation with the IRB Manager is required before submitting your Full Board application. Please send a meeting request to IRB@clemson.edu to schedule the consultation.
Need help with your application or have general questions, join one of the CU-IRB office hours session.
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Exempt Review Level Informed Consent Templates
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Adult Informed Consent
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Adult Informed Consent (DOC)
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Debriefing Form for Exempt Studies (DOC) - Required for studies involving deception or concealment
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Parents/Guardians and Minors Informed Consent
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Parent Permission (DOC)
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Minor Assent (DOC)
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Expedited and Full Board Review Level Informed Consent Templates
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Informed Consent Templates for Social, Behavioral, and Education Research (SBER)
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SBER Parent Permission (DOC)
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Informed Consent Templates for Research Involving Biospecimens or Drugs
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Debriefing Form for SBER and Biomedical Studies (DOC) - Required for studies involving deception or concealment
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Amendment Requests
Amendment requests must be submitted through InfoEd. Follow the step-by-step guide to submit the amendment.
Please visit the IRB FAQ for information on when an amendment is required.
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Media Release Form
A signed media release form is required to use photographs, recordings, or other images of study participants in presentations, publications, or other types of public forms/media. See Guidance on the Use of Audio/Video Recording and Photographs for more information.
- Media Release Form (DOCX)
The media release form was developed by the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and may not be altered. You must contact OGC if you want to use a modified version of the media release form.
- FERPA Exception Request Form