IRB iRIS Training Manual
The IRB is charged with review of proposed research protocols in order to ensure that the rights of human subjects are protected and that risk of harm to subjects is minimized. The framework for protection of human subjects is set in Federal regulation. Committee members work with IRB staff to ensure compliance with Yale policies and procedures, federal regulations, and state and local laws relative to the review of human subjects’ research studies.
The Community Member has the particular responsibility of bringing the perspective of the volunteer research participant to the review of protocols.