The Institutional Review Board at Villanova University - ensuring the rights and welfare of human subjects involved in research.

Joined May 2020
Summer season = Summer bucket lists! What are your goals for the summer? Here are a few ideas to help you get started!!
15
Want to help ensure your fall human subjects research goes smoothly? Check out the summer checklist for PIs on our website to get started!! www1.villanova.edu/content/d…
30
Welcoming new summer researchers? Make sure they’re listed on your approved protocol before they dive in. A quick modification now = a smoother summer later.
19
‼️REMINDER! The FULL BOARD DEADLINE for the June meeting is next week! Study applications must be received by ORP and COMPLETE (CITI training done, FCOI on file, etc.) by 5/28 to be reviewed in the meeting‼️
20
The IRB office is sending the biggest congratulations to our student researchers in the class of 2025!! It has been an honor to work with you and we can't wait to see what you do next!🎓🩶
39
Our office is so honored to have a Villanova alumni as the next leader of the Catholic Church! Alongside walking in the same buildings, our student researchers may have more in common with Pope Leo XIV...👀
74
It's officially the 5th month of the year, which means you 🌸MAY🌸 need to update your protocol's personnel for new or graduating researchers!! Need Help? Check out the resources on our website or contact us at [email protected] www1.villanova.edu/villanova…
57
‼️REMINDER! The FULL BOARD DEADLINE for the May meeting is next week! Study applications must be received by ORP and COMPLETE (CITI training done, FCOI on file, etc.) by 4/30 to be reviewed in the meeting‼️
61
As we wait for the rain, rain to go away 🎵🎶 here are a few ideas for your rainy day activities!
74
Human subjects are complex, but navigating your research protocol doesn't have to be! Check out our website for resources designed to help PIs in the research process.
39
‼️REMINDER! The FULL BOARD DEADLINE for the April meeting is in one week! Study applications must be received by ORP and COMPLETE (CITI training done, FCOI on file, etc.) by 4/11 to be reviewed in the meeting‼️
28
All engaged researchers need to be listed on your protocol! Not sure what is included in that role? Check out our examples to help differentiate them!
31
We know the IRB process can feel like a cloud on a sunny day, but we are here to help you shine! ☀️ Check out our many resources on our website and reach out to [email protected] with questions! www1.villanova.edu/villanova…
22
Getting lost in CAYUSE?? Well you are in LUCK🍀🍀🍀 Check out the CAYUSE user guides found on our website to help you navigate your needs!! www1.villanova.edu/villanova…
28
The weather is warming up which means its time to let your research ideas bloom! Reach out to [email protected] to talk about your Human Subjects research ideas! 🌸🌷
20
Looking to become a student researcher? We would be so excited to support your work! Check out the guidelines and limitations on how students can ethically conduct research! www1.villanova.edu/villanova…
37
Roses are red, violets are blue, our website is full of resources, all there to help you! Find fact sheets, CAYUSE support and deadlines on our website! www1.villanova.edu/villanova…
19
‼️REMINDER! The FULL BOARD DEADLINE for the February meeting is 2/14! Study applications must be received by ORP and COMPLETE (CITI training done, FCOI on file, etc.) to be reviewed in the meeting‼️
26
Informed consent is an essential aspect of the research process, but what does that include? Check out the basic elements of informed consent related to research studies below and on our website! www1.villanova.edu/content/d…
20
As we welcome the new semester we also welcome new researchers! Check out the "New Researcher Checklist" on our website for resources and a guide on getting started. www1.villanova.edu/dam/villa…
23