July '24 Toolkit Updates
August 26, 2024
As part of the bi-annual Toolkit updates, updates to various toolkit documents were published at the end of July.
Responding to Modifications Requested
August 26, 2024
When the Institutional Review Board (IRB) requests modifications, please refrain from making additional changes that haven’t been specifically requested as part of your response.
New Meriter Submission Guidance
August 26, 2024
New guidance posted to help UW researchers navigate the IRB review process when UW research involves Meriter.
ARROW Outage Scheduled
July 17, 2024
ARROW will be offline and unavailable from Friday, August 9th @ 4pm through Monday, August 12th @ 8am.
ARROW Update: UROC Feasibility
July 16, 2024
Beginning on July 28, 2024, a UROC page will replace the SMPH feasibility page in ARROW and will include questions to determine if UROC review is required.
Change of Protocol Reminder
July 16, 2024
When updating documents, please accept all previously approved tracked changes and delete all comments in study documents before making new changes.
ARROW Click 10 Upgrade
June 20, 2024
The IRB will have dedicated virtual office hours and presentations related to upcoming ARROW updates.
Reminders to Remove Key Personnel
June 20, 2024
If an individual is no longer acting as key personnel on a study or has left the UW, please remove this individual from the ARROW application.
Reminders When Placing Orders for Research Procedures
June 20, 2024
It is the responsibility of research teams to ensure that informed consent has been obtained from subjects prior to any research procedure, including labs and imaging procedures.
Update to Considerations for Industry Funded Studies Reviewed Locally
June 20, 2024
Fully industry sponsored studies are reviewed by an independent IRB except for limited exceptions.