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The Human Research Protection Programs has instituted a one-time fee of $2,500 to cover the costs of initial and ongoing IRB review applicable to all business and industry sponsored clinical trials. The decision to implement this fee was based on the significant increase in volume of industry-sponsored research at the University over the last several years. While this is a positive trend, it has led to a dramatic increase in submissions requiring review by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) for human subjects and substantially increased the cost associated with providing thorough, timely reviews. More...

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The importance of subject protection in research

The mission of the University of Minnesota is deeply connected to the conduct of research. It is of critical importance to the reputation and future of this institution that we remain committed to the highest standards of research integrity in all work conducted in our institution.

IRB Web Site

http://www.research.umn.edu/irb/

The Institutional Review Board (IRB) reviews human subjects’ research projects, working with investigators to ensure adequate protection and informed, uncoerced consent

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IBC Web Site

http://www.research.umn.edu/ibc/

The Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) reviews projects working with Recombinant DNA, Artificial Gene Transfer, Infectious Agents (bacteria, viruses, protozoans, fungi, etc.) and Biologically Derived Toxins.