eIRB+
eIRB+ is Northwestern University’s electronic system for human research projects. Research studies requiring IRB review and approval must be submitted through eIRB+.
Institutional Review Board (IRB) Office
News & AnnouncementsNews
News
IRB Bulletin: April 2024
Read up on our top 5 Tips for submitting updated Protocols and Investigator
Brochures (IB)! This month, we also talk about Reliance processes and our DEI group, FAIR. Read all about it here!
IRB Bulletin: March 2024
Read about the new OHRP Free Interactive Online Training for Writing Participant-Centered Informed Consent, our collaboration on research in Qatar, and an upcoming website about what's great about the IRB website and how to use it effectively!
Events
IRB BROWN BAG | Interconnectedness of Animal and Human Research
April 17, 12:00 PM
Please join Northwestern University IRB Analyst, Mila DeMarte and Northwestern University IACUC Analyst Lead, Jeremiah D...
IRB BROWN BAG | Responsible Research with Artificial Intelligence...
May 15, 12:00 PM
The Northwestern University Institutional Review Board Office is proud to host the Northwestern Information Technology R...
eIRB+
Getting Started
Before preparing your application please read through the following steps to assess whether IRB review is required and, if so, how to complete the eIRB+ application.
Concerns or Complaints?
If you have a concerns about a research study, have questions about your rights as a research participant, or would like to file a compliant - please contact us.
Training
Northwestern University requires all individuals involved in the conduct of human research to complete human research protections training and to re-certify their training every 3 years.