Instructions for Research Involving Human Subjects

Nazareth University values and encourages research involving human subjects and strives to provide opportunities for faculty, staff, and students to engage in this activity. In doing so, the University accepts the legal and ethical responsibilities for safeguarding the rights and welfare of human subjects involved in this research and operates in compliance with the Federalwide Assurance for the Protection of Human Subjects, required for federal funding of research.

Policies and Procedures Governing Human Subjects Research
The Application Process
Review Process
Responsibility of the Researcher
About Informed Consent
Research with Minors
Research with Persons with Mental Disabilities
Informed Consent Checklist
Assent Checklist

Updated September 2023

Latest forms

Forms were updated in September 2023: Forms page

Submission deadlines:

Fall review: November 15

Spring review: April 15

COMPLETE proposals that meet these deadlines will be reviewed within one month. All others will be assigned for review at the beginning of the next semester (fall or spring).