Frequently Used Services
NIH policy requires multi-site research studies to rely on single IRB (sIRB) review. Check here HRPO guidance, resources, FAQs and the required form to submit for initiating an IRB reliance request
HRPO/IRB Policies and guidelines, including the IRB Standard Operating Procedures, and a link to the Clinical Research Handbook provide a comprehensive overview of the policies and guidelines for conducting human subjects research at the University
NEW! Find out about the revised federal regulations for human subjects research protection and how they affect you
IRB consultations are offered at the Morningside, Manhattanville and Medical Center campuses. Check here for times and locations for walk-in consults - no appointment necessary
NEW! The recently revised federal regulations for human subjects research are now listed here, along with other relevant federal and state regulations, and ethical principles of human subjects research
IRB reviews, creating and submitting a protocol, Consent Form templates and suggested language
All changes to the research protocol must be submitted for prospective IRB approval unless a change needs to be implemented immediately to remove or minimize an imminent harm to subjects
As a prerequisite for IRB approval, all human subjects researchers must complete CITI Human Subjects Protection and HIPAA Privacy training. Access training programs here.
IRB 101s and Monthly Investigator meetings (MIMs) are regularly scheduled information sessions. Slidedecks and materials from the meetings are posted here.
Find information about participating in research at the University
Recent Announcements
NIH SciENcv update and training materials
Starting with application due dates and progress reports submitted on or after May 25, 2025, it is anticipated that the NIH will continue to mandate the use of SciENcv (Science Experts Network Curriculum Vitae) for creating Biographical Sketches and Other Support forms (known as the “Common Forms”).
The Common Forms are expected to be available in SciENcv by late March 2025. Additionally, NIH will require a new Biographical Sketch Supplement form, which includes the Personal Statement, Contributions to Science, and Honors. This supplement form must also be prepared using SciENcv.
For more details, see:
How to Prepare Now
While these new forms are not yet available in SciENcv, faculty and administrators can take the following steps to prepare:
- Senior Key Personnel and Other Significant Contributors (OSCs) should obtain an ORCID iD if they don’t already have one.
- Link the ORCID iD to your eRA Commons Personal Profile.
- Log into SciENcv to ensure access. If you already use MyBibliography in MyNCBI, use the same login credentials.
- Ensure your eRA Commons and ORCID accounts are linked to SciENcv.
- Researchers can delegate SciENcv access to administrators to assist with form preparation once the Common Forms are available.
Training & Resources
To help with this transition, Sponsored Projects Administration (SPA) has developed training materials:
- Columbia’s SciENcv webpage – contains
- SciENcv Setup video (20 minutes, with menu to skip sections), with SciENcv Setup slides
Once the Common Forms are available in SciENcv, we will provide training sessions to cover the new form requirements in detail. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions.