Human Participant and Animal Subjects Research
Human Participant Education
Preparing IRB Submissions
This workshop will provide an overview of the IRB review and approval process. The primary emphasis will be on practical tips for completing the IRB Research Plan Template and other key IRB submission forms. Workshops are targeted specifically to either Biomedical or Social and Behavioral research.
Visit http://training.vcu.edu/default.asp and search keyword "IRB" to see current offerings.
Ethical Considerations in Social Behavioral Human Participant Research
This workshop will provide an introduction to Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and an overview of the key ethical considerations researchers should be aware of when conducting human participant research. Workshops are targeted specifically to either Biomedical or Social and Behavioral research.
Visit http://training.vcu.edu/default.asp and search keyword "IRB" to see current offerings.
5th Thursday Human Participant Protections Series
Targeted to research coordinators and administrators, research nurses, investigators, IRB members, and IRB staff, this series features various speakers and topics relevant to the conduct of human participant research. Session I is for IRB members only and Session II is open.
4th Friday Research Coordinator Network
This monthly session includes topics on the conduct of research and targets research coordinators.
Animal Research Education
To access a complete list of scheduled dates, times and location, go to https://www.vcu.edu/research/iacuc/events.htm.
Conducting Animal Research at VCU
This orientation is required for new and new-to-VCU researchers. Orientation and updates are offered semi-annually.
3rd Friday Lab Technician Network
Various topics in animal research are presented and discussed among lab technicians and those involved in animal research.
Other training opportunities in Human Participant and Animal Subjects Protections
Webinars, topical presentations, and other focused presentations are available, and requests are also taken. See the calendar for details.
Do you have a workshop idea? The Office of Research can also provide customized training to your unit addressing specific areas. To request a session, contact Jessica Venable at jcvenable@vcu.edu.
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