AAHRPP Reaccreditation of VCU’s Human Research Protection Program (HRPP)
Dear colleagues, VCU’s Human Research Protection Program has been accredited by the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs, Inc. (AAHRPP) since 2007, and VCU is currently undergoing reaccreditation of our program in 2025. AAHRPP is an independent, non-profit accrediting body which uses a voluntary, peer-driven, educational model to ensure that HRPPs meet rigorous […]
Full Board IRB Review Process Change
Beginning with submissions scheduled for review at the November 20th IRB meeting, submissions will first undergo a staff only pre-review process. The pre-review by staff is meant to do three things: Ensure completeness and accuracy of the information provided in the submission before it is sent to reviewers. Provide PIs with an opportunity to make […]