Virtual RAMS Mini-Forum 04/16: COVID-19 and Human Research
Join us for another VIRTUAL RAMS MINI-FORUM CO-SPONSORED BY THE RESEARCH AND LEGAL, AUDIT, AND COMPLIANCE CAREER COMMUNITIES AND OVPRI COVID-19 and Human Research: Requirements and Considerations The VCU Human Research Protection Program will provide information to help you navigate conducting human research during the COVID-19 crisis period. Learning objectives include understanding the tiering system […]
COVID-19 UPDATE: Human Subject Research – Important Additional Guidelines and Update
EDIT 4/28/2021: As of April 27, 2021, the Tiering system referenced in this post has been discontinued. Investigators are no longer required to make a Tiering determination for their studies. IMPORTANT: Please read this announcement (issued 3/23/20) from Dr. Srirama Rao, Vice President for Research and Innovation, and Dr. Peter Buckley, Interim CEO, VCU Health System, Interim […]
COVID-19 and Human Research: FAQs
The VCU HRPP has developed a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document addressing common questions from investigators about the impact of COVID-19 on human research. Below is a table of contents listing all the questions addressed in the document. Simply click on a question, and you will be taken directly to the corresponding answer within the […]
COVID-19 UPDATE: Pause to In-Person Interactions For Studies With Little/No Health Benefits
Please see the announcement below from the Vice President for Research and Innovation, Dr. Sriram Rao. Please continue to monitor the OVPRI COVID-19 Website and this blog for updates on COVID-19 impacts on human research. If you have questions about how this guidance affects your research, please contact the IRB Coordinator assigned to your study. […]
COVID-19 IRB Amendments: Streamlined Contingency Protocol Form Available for Researchers
The VCU HRPP is aware that the current COVID-19 situation will have a significant impact on human subjects research, with many study protocols requiring amendments to adjust study procedures in light of the risks introduced by the COVID-19 outbreak, and the need for social distancing. To assist investigators in developing COVID-19 contingency plans, the VCU […]