The HSPP developed and printed a wealth of human subjects brochures available to users online or hard copy by request. To request a brochure, contact the IRB Office or the OPRS. Below are brief descriptions and links to each brochure.

Should I Participate in Research? Before deciding to participate in research, here are some things you NEED to know…
This brochure is aimed at potential research participants to assist them in their decision to participate in research. It is also available en Español: ¿Debería participar en una investigación?

Are You Conducting Research Using Human Subjects? A Guide for Investigators
This brochure is designed to guide Principal Investigators through the IRB process. It includes information on defining human subjects, the levels of IRB review, and informed consent requirements.

Protecting Human Subjects Research Subjects, A Guide for Student Investigators
The brochure walks a student through the IRB process from describing what an IRB is, to discussing the different levels of IRB review. It also contains links to useful websites, publications, and other resources.

Is Your Project Human Subjects Research? A Guide for Investigators
This brochure is a guide for investigators to help them determine if their project is human subjects research. It offers not only definitions of human subjects research, but examples as well.

Making Sense of Human Subjects Research: A Student Guide
This guidance is a comprehensive manual aimed at assisting student with the IRB process. It provides information needed to understand the intricacies of human subjects research, a question-by-question explanation of the IRB application, and examples of exempt and expedited applications.

Are You a Faculty Advisor? The ABCs of Human Subjects Responsibilities
This brochure is for Faculty Advisors (FA) serving on student IRB projects. It provides a brief overview of the FA role and also includes tips for navigating the IRB process from the FA perspective.