How Do I Submit Items for IRB Review?

New Submissions Checklists

Before a research study involving human subjects can begin the study must be reviewed and approved by the IRB. The following are the submission requirements for:

• Full Board and Expedited Review


• Exemption from IRB Review


• Emergency Use of a Test Article

HIPAA Submission Requirements

Investigators must follow state and federal regulations regarding the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information for research purposes. The following links to guidance regarding what is required to be submitted and why:

• HIPAA Research Requirements

Ongoing Study Submission Checklists

After the IRB has approved the research study or project, it is the investigator's responsibility to report the following:

• Adverse Events


• Protocol Deviation/Violation/Exception


• Change to Approved Study


• Continuing Review/Request to Close a Study

Request IRB to Close Study Checklist

The investigator must obtain IRB approval to close a research study:

• Continuing Review/Request to Close a Study

IRB Review Process Flowcharts

These flowcharts walk you through the review process for each of the following:

• Submission of a New Study


• Submission for an Ongoing Study With IRB Approval


• Request IRB Approval to Close a Study

IRB Administrative Office

Mailing Address:
Mail Route 10105
PO Box 43
Minneapolis, MN 55440-0043

Phone: 612-262-4920
Fax: 612-262-4953

Office Location:
Allina Commons at Midtown Exchange
Mail Route 10105
2925 Chicago Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321