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ANNOUNCEMENT<\/strong>: Important changes have been made to exempt research oversight. These changes will reduce administrative burden for researchers. The following submissions are no longer required for research eligible for exemption from regulatory requirements. Make a note-to-file via the Public Comment activity instead. 1) Study team modifications, <\/span>2) Post-approval self-assessments after initial approval for all exempt studies (random assessments may be requested for small percent of studies), and 3) <\/span>Study closures for projects ongoing for more than one year.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Scroll down for Support and Contact information, the HRPP Office Training and Outreach schedule, the Quality Improvement Program, and HRPP Policies.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_raw_html css=””]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[\/vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”h2″ shape=”square” spacing=”5″ gap=”5″ active_section=”999″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” el_class=”accordionResearch”][vc_tta_section title=”Schedule an Appointment for Submission Support” tab_id=”1533913046422-d521c958-ed7c”][vc_column_text css=””]The Support Appointment Form for the Protocol Assistance and Compliance Team (PACT) is a direct form to schedule an appointment to discuss your IRB-related questions. All UGA <\/span>faculty and graduate students may use the appointment form to schedule one-on-one Zoom meetings or phone calls to speak with the <\/span>p<\/span>rofessionals about their submissions or for general guidance.<\/span> Use the\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Support Appointment Form<\/a> to make an appointment.<\/p>\n

Check the Outreach and Training tab for scheduled Office Hours. Please email IRB@uga.edu, Attention PACT, if you have questions, or schedule an individual meeting with one of the professional staff.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Outreach and Training” tab_id=”1533913027861-d1e1350e-263c”][vc_column_text css=””]Please use this link to request a class presentation<\/a> <\/em>for your class, event, or group\/organization.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) Outreach and Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
SCHEDULE OF OUTREACH AND TRAINING EVENTS<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Event Name<\/td>Date\/Time\/Location<\/td>Registration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IRB Basics<\/td>February 10, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Virtual (Registration Required)<\/td>Registration Link<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IRB Office Hours<\/td>February 24, 2026 12:00 - 2:00 pm. In Person: Tucker Hall Lobby and Virtual (Registration Required for Virtual)<\/td>Virtual registration link (not required for In-Person)<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HRPP Monthly Speaker Series: Bridging Research & Community. Celebrate Black History in Research with Guest Speakers Dr. Tamora Callands and Dr. Soroya Julian McFarlane<\/td>February 25, 2026 12:00 - 1:00 pm. Virtual (Registration Required)<\/td>Registration Link<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IRB Basics<\/td>March 3, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Virtual (Registration Required)<\/td>Registration Link<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
EDIT 8900: Advanced Research Methods in Instructional Technology: Matthew Schmidt<\/td>March 4, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Virtual.<\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rural Engagement Workshop, Community-Engaged Research<\/td>March 6, 2026. Time: TBD. Georgia Center (room TBD) In Person<\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IRB Office Hours<\/td>March 17, 2026 12:00 - 2:00 pm. In Person: Tucker Hall Lobby and Virtual (Registration Required for Virtual)<\/td>Virtual registration link (not required for In-Person)<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
FANR 8200 Scientific Research in Forestry and Natural Resources: Jason Gordon<\/td>March 31, 2026 1:15-2:35 pm. Virtual<\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HDFA 8800 Quantitative Methods: Steve Kogan<\/td>April 13, 2026 4:00 - 5:00 pm. Dawson Hall.<\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PI Responsibilities & Faculty Mentorship<\/td>April 14, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Virtual (Registration Required)<\/td>Registration Link<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IRB Office Hours<\/td>April 21, 2026 12:00 - 2:00 pm. In Person: Tucker Hall Lobby and Virtual (Registration Required for Virtual)<\/td>Virtual registration link (not required for In-Person)<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HRPP Monthly Speaker Series: Bridging Research & Community. Inclusive & Accessible Learning Environments for Neurodiverse Learners. Guest Speakers: Dr. Georgette Morgan and Desia Brown.<\/td>April 23, 2026 12:00 - 1:00 pm. Virtual (Registration Required)<\/td>Registration Link<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
COE Research Conference: Scott Ardoin<\/td>April 28, 2026 1:30-2:20. Aderhold Hall.<\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PSO Scholarship Academy<\/td>April 29, 2026 10:00-10:30 am. Fanning Institute.<\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Privacy & Confidentiality<\/td>May 19, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Virtual (Registration Required)<\/td>Registration Link<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IRB Office Hours<\/td>May 26, 2026 12:00 - 2:00 pm. Virtual (Registration Required)<\/td>Registration Link<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Quality Improvement Program” tab_id=”1533913105522-418f33fa-d527″][vc_column_text css=””]The primary purpose of the quality improvement program (QIP) is to increase the consistency, efficiency, and effectiveness of UGA\u2019s Human Research Protection Program (HRPP). \u00a0One goal is to strengthen the HRPP by working with investigators to evaluate and improve ethical research conduct through education and training. <\/em>
\nAdditional Services<\/strong>
\nThe Quality Improvement program can also provide a confidential consultation for study start-up or any other research activity documentation needs. Contact professional staff to schedule a start-up meeting: Support Appointment Form<\/a>.
\nWe also provide outreach and training upon request. We would be happy to speak with you and\/or a class. If you would like to schedule an educational outreach training, please use this link to a request form<\/a> to send your request.
\nConcerns, Comments, Suggestions?<\/strong>
\nBefore a program can be improved, an assessment of the program\u2019s strengths and weaknesses should be completed.
\nThe UGA HRPP would like to hear from you to help us assess what we are doing right and what we should work on improving. Your input is appreciated. Satisfaction Survey Link<\/a>
\nIf you have a concern that requires immediate assistance, please contact the HRPP directly at irb@uga.edu.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Policies and Procedures” tab_id=”1736801315251-eefd7e8d-7ba7″][vc_column_text css=””]Access the policies and procedures of the University of Georgia\u2019s Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) in the UGA Policy Library<\/a>. These policies are routinely evaluated against federal, state and institutional regulations, ethical and accreditation standards, and best practices on human subjects protection and revised, or new policies created, as needed. You can find additional information in the HRP-101 Investigator Manaul<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”HRPP Office Vision, Mission, and Values” tab_id=”1752526786941-6203d037-8fc0″][vc_column_text css=””]Our\u00a0Vision\u00a0<\/strong>is to enable UGA to become a global leader in human subjects research.<\/p>\n

Our\u00a0Mission<\/strong> is to ensure the UGA research community has practical, accessible resources and tools to ensure the ethical protection of human subjects in research.\u00a0 We do this work by convening, engaging, and supporting a representative Institutional Review Board (IRB); and ensuring that policies and educational programs both advance a culture of compliance and safety and elevate the integrity and quality of research in order for the UGA research community to achieve the highest professional standards.<\/p>\n

Our\u00a0Values\u00a0<\/strong>include continuous quality improvement, lifelong learning, problem solving, and flexibility.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”REDCap at UGA” tab_id=”1682365683350-c35e1f3d-0704″][vc_column_text]\n