The United States Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) requires peer review approval of all research involving human subjects conducted by investigators at institutions that receive funding from federal agencies. In accordance with federal regulations, all research involving human subjects conducted at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓÆµ or conducted by ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, or students must be reviewed and approved by the University's Institutional Review Board (IRB).
Researchers may submit the University's IRB application form and supporting documentation to the following .
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FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING IRB CONTACT:
Alex Daniel, IRB Chair
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email: irb@westfield.ma.edu
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