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Four Steps to Determine if Your Activity is Exempt from Full IRB Review

Step 1

Determine if your activity is Research

If your activity is not research it does not fall under the purview of the IRB. You DO NOT need to submit an application. If you have questions about this please contact the HRPP office: 612-626-5654.

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 Step 2

Determine if your activity involves Human Subjects

If your activity is research but does not involve human subjects as defined by the regulations your activity does not fall under the purview of the IRB. You DO NOT need to submit an application. If you have questions about this please contact the HRPP office: 612-626-5654.

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 Step 3

Is your human subjects research Exempt from full IRB review?

If your human subjects research does not meet the precise requirements for one or more of the exempt categories listed under step 3 you do not qualify for exempt research and must submit a full review IRB application. You may request expedited review if appropriate. Do not submit an exempt application.

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 Step 4

Complete the appropriate Exempt application form and submit it to the HRPP office.