About the IRB
The Institutional Review Board (IRB), appointed by the University President, reviews for approval and monitors for progress all research protocols in which human subjects or human biological samples are involved. The IRB is charged with the following responsibilities:
- Determining whether human subjects have volunteered for a research endeavor by means of informed consent
- Determining whether risks to these subjects are outweighed by potential benefits to them and/or society
- Evaluating the importance of the knowledge to be gained by the research endeavor
The specific evaluation of risk involves estimating the potential for injury to the subject by reason of direct application of an experimental procedure or circumstance, or by reason of the subject's exclusion from ordinary standards of practice or care. Rights of subjects regarding confidentiality and access to professional care and counsel are included in deliberations so that human dignity, rights, and physical, behavioral, and social welfare are protected.
IRB Office
Location: Criss I, Room 104
Phone: 402-280-2126
Fax: 402-280-4766
Chair: David Dworzack, MD
Co-Chair: Mary Kunes-Connell, PhD
Director: Patsy Nowatzke, RN, MHSA
To anonymously report noncompliant conduct, call the Research Compliance Hotline at 402-280-3200.
You may also report noncompliant conduct to the IRB Chair or the Assistant Vice President for Research and Compliance.