The IRB Proposal: Full Board Review

The IRB proposal generated from the psychology department and was going through the IRB process for the first time. Professor Jacqueline Leventon and Mr. Derrick Ocampo presented the IRB proposal to the IRB board members in hopes of obtaining full board approval. This study required the employment of a full board review, as it centers on infantile participants. Mr. Derrick presented the vast majority of the information to the board members, as he described the study and answered any additional questions the board proposed. Dr. Leventon, assisted with more challenging questions that sought to enhance clarity for the board members. More specifically, the board asked what procedures will be executed when it is evident the infant is no longer a willing participants. …show more content…
The researcher will inform parent that the study is complete, as they have obtained the necessary data. This procedure will safeguard the emotional wellness of both the infant and the parent. During the full board review meeting an IRB board member inquired information pertaining to the training the researcher and lab team will undergo to ensure they are equipped to conduct the data and work effectively with each participant. The IRB board suggested background information pertaining to the researcher and lab team is added to the protocol section of the IRB proposal, therefore any concerns of qualification can be alleviated. In addition, the board suggested the IRB proposal clarify key terms that are utilized within the study, therefore any uncertainties will be minimal. More specifically, the IRB board suggested the following key term to be defined: care giver. During this IRB review the board stated the importance of security and inquired how the data will be stored. Dr. Leventon stated the data would be store in a locked cabinet located within a secure office. The IRB board members concurred the data storage location and procedures will safeguard participant’s personal information and will