Research Compliance Conversations
Next Session will be in Fall 2025
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Previous Event Recordings
February 29 - Conflicts of Interest in Research
Review the different types of conflicts and explain what and when to report research
conflicts to the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP). Also discuss the
University’s more general Conflict of Interest Policy with the VP of Administration
& Finance, Amanda Matheson, and understand the University’s reporting process.
WATCH CONFLICTS OF INTEREST IN RESEARCH RECORDING
January 31 - FERPA & IRB Research
Review the Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) and understand how it impacts human subjects research projects.WATCH FERPA & IRB RESEARCH RECORDING
October 30 - Research Compliance Conversation: IRB & IBC Committees
Discuss FSU compliance committees: Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Institutional
Biosafety Committee (IBC). Review charges of each committee and when faculty, staff
and student projects should seek review
Watch IRB & IBC Compliance Committees Recording
April 17 - Research Compliance Conversation: Incentives in Research
Discuss what it means to offer incentives to research participants and what rules must be followed. Understand both monetary and non-monetary incentives and how to correctly complete the applicable IRB application question.
Watch Incentives in Research Recording
January 30 - Research Compliance Conversation: Recruitment & Special Populations
Understand what is meant by special target populations and best practices for their recruitment. Learn what materials to upload with recruitment and how to correctly complete the IRB application subject population and recruitment section.
December 12
Research Compliance Conversation: Post-Approval Reports
You've filled out the IRB application & received approval. Now learn when and how to file for a modification or extension request and how to close out your project with the IRB when the research is finished.
Watch Post-Approval Reports Recording
October 31
Research Compliance Conversation: CITI Training Requirements
Understand IRB application training requirements, how to have your training populate within your application, and review additional training options available at Ferris.
Watch CITI Training Requirements Recording
April 25
Research Compliance Conversation: Obtaining Site Permission
Discussion on Reliance Agreements and when Letters of Permission might be needed.
Watch Obtaining Site Permission Recording
March 14
Research Compliance Conversation: IRB Application Tips & Tricks
Learn best practices for completing an IRB application correctly and avoid preventable delays in review.
March 11
Research Compliance Conversation: Is it Research?Do I need IRB Review?
Watch Is it Research? Recording
April 22
Research Compliance Conversation: Process for Resuming In-Person Research Activities
Watch Resuming In-Person Research Recording
May 25
Research Compliance Conversation: IRB Review
How long does it take? What is the difference between Exempt, Expedited and Full Review?
What's involved in the review process?
Watch Review Process & Categories Recording
November 18
Research Compliance Conversation: Navigating the Cayuse IRB Application System
Learn about the Cayuse IRB Application System. We will review how to submit an application, respond to comments from the IRB, and view approval letters within the system. We will also discuss how to modify approved applications and file for renewals or close projects out.
Watch Navigating Cayuse IRB Recording
December 9
Research Compliance Conversation: Consent Process and Requirements
Review the requirements for consenting participants in research, Ferris IRB's consent templates, and the consent section of the IRB application.
Office of Human Research Protections (OHRP) Resources
Visit OHRP's About Research Participation Resource Library for basic information about research participation, including educational videos, trainings, and webinars. OHRP is the Federal Agency which oversees human subjects research.
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