About the Service
Through generous donor funding, our institution is able to offer specialized assistance to residents, fellows and faculty conducting human subjects research. Support may include assistance with submitting IRB applications, providing guidance to ensure more efficient application processing, and ensuring adherence to institutional and federal requirements.
Please note that funding for these services is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. We encourage investigators to request support early in their study planning process.
What We Offer
- Consultation on IRB submission requirements and processes
- Assistance with submitting IRB applications and study documents
- Assistance with regulatory documentation and compliance questions
- Coordination with the IRB office as needed
Required Documentation for IRB Submission
To ensure timely support and review, please prepare the following materials before submitting for Regulatory Support Services:
- Completed IRB Application Form
- Study Protocol or project description
- Informed Consent Form(s) (if applicable)
- Recruitment Materials (flyers, ads, emails, etc.)
- Investigator CVs or biosketches
- Documentation of required Training (CITI, etc.)
- Any supporting documents referenced in the protocol
How to Request Support
To request regulatory support, please contact:
Regulatory Support Office
[email protected]
559-499-6639
Requests will be reviewed in the order received, and services will be provided as funding allows.
Acknowledgment
We gratefully acknowledge the donor support that makes this initiative possible. This initiative is supported by the UCSF Fresno General Research Endowment, created through the estate gift of Charles "Pete" Gorini. We gratefully acknowledge his generosity, which provides lasting annual support for research at UCSF Fresno. His legacy enables our research community to maintain high ethical and regulatory standards while advancing meaningful scientific work and improving health in the San Joaquin Valley. Their contribution enables our research community to maintain high ethical and regulatory standards while advancing important scientific work.