Human Research Protection Program
Investigator Training & Resources
The following materials are available for individuals wishing to develop knowledge and skills on Human Subjects.
Training Presentations
- Basic Overview of the UGA IRB Review Process
This presentation takes approximately 45 minutes. However, you can self-select sections you would like to know more about.
External Resources
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- HIPAA Rule Summary
- Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP)
- International Research
- Fully Informed Consent and Healthcare Literacy
- The Research Clinic
- Everyday Words for Public Health Communication
- NIH’s Definition of a Clinical Trial
- Requirements for Registering & Reporting NIH-funded Clinical Trials
Human Subjects Outreach and Training
If you are interested in scheduling a training session for your group or class, call the Human Subjects Office at 706-542-3199 or e-mail irb@uga.edu.
Note: For planning purposes, the following dates have been scheduled. The Graduate Student Open House sessions are open to all graduate students. No registration required.
| Event Name | Date/Time/Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| IRB Basics Workshop | August 19, 2024 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Virtual | Registration Link |
| IRB Office Hours | August 26, 2025 12:00 - 2:00 pm. In-Person (124 Tucker Hall) and Virtual. | Virtual registration link (not required for In-Person) |
| IRB Basics Workshop | September 9, 2025 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Virtual | Registration Link |
| IRB Office Hours | September 23, 2025 12:00 - 2:00 pm. In-Person (124 Tucker Hall) and Virtual. | Virtual registration link (not required for In-Person) |
| GSRC 7001 Grad First: Ted Futris | October 2, 2025 12:45 - 2:00 pm. 264 Dawson Hall | N/A |
| IRB Basics Workshop | October 7, 2025 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Virtual | Registration Link |
| IRB Office Hours | October 21, 2025 12:00 - 2:00 pm. In-Person (124 Tucker Hall) and Virtual. | Virtual registration link (not required for In-Person) |
| IRB Hot Topics Workshop: PI Responsibilities and Faculty Mentorship | November 4, 2025 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Virtual | Registration Link |
| IRB Office Hours | November 18, 2025 12:00 - 2:00 pm In Person (124 Tucker Hall) and Virtual. | Virtual registration link (not required for In-Person) |