Description: This training provides foundational knowledge to get started with the IRB here at Penn State. New and experienced... more
The Human Research Protection Program (HRPP)
The Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) is the IRB office for the entire University and provides support for all Penn State researchers, including those at the College of Medicine and Penn State Health.
HRPP News and Announcements
New FWA Number: The Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) has moved to a single Federal Wide Assurance (FWA): research teams and administrators should update their records with the new FWA, which is needed for grant submissions and reliance agreements. Learn more.
Need to speak with an IRB Analyst? Schedule through Bookings.
Single IRB Fees: the HRPP is now charging fees to serve as the reviewing IRB for multi-center and cooperative projects that designate Penn State as the reviewing IRB. Learn more.
Study teams are strongly encouraged to follow Best Practices for Conducting In-person Human Subjects Research.
Getting Started
- Learn about available Research Resources (supported by the CTSI)
- IRB 5 Basic Steps
- IRB Training and Resources
- CATS IRB Navigation and Tips
- Find your IRB Analyst
Future Participants
- Find a research study: StudyFinder website
- About Research Participation
- Becoming A Research Volunteer: It’s Your Decision (PDF Brochure)
Penn State faculty, staff, students, or affiliates who will conduct human subject research must complete the CITI online training course(s). Depending on the project and the study procedures, additional training courses may be required. For more information, see CITI certification.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday
Jul
10
9:00 AM
Description: The IRB Protocol Training provides step-by-step guidance on how to develop a protocol for submission to the IRB. This... more
via Zoom
Thursday
Jul
11
2:00 PM
Description: This training will provide an in-depth learning experience on how to prepare and submit materials via CATS IRB, the web-... more
Wednesday
Jul
24
12:00 PM
The Human Research Protection Program hosts quarterly webinars for the Penn State University research community across all campuses.... more
via Zoom
Wednesday
Aug
21
9:00 AM
Description: This training will provide an in-depth learning experience on how to prepare and submit materials via CATS IRB, the web-... more
via Zoom
Thursday
Aug
22
1:00 PM
Description: The IRB Protocol Training provides step-by-step guidance on how to develop a protocol for submission to the IRB. This... more
via Zoom