News - July 2026

July 22, 2026

Using AI as a Tool 

July 22, 2026

Before using any AI tool, study teams should first understand the classification of the data they plan to upload or process. Data classification helps determine the level of protection required for data and which tools may be used appropriately.

Research Forum: IRB Considerations When Using AI in Human Research

June 25, 2026

Please join us on 7/15 at 1pm for a research forum presentation on IRB considerations for using AI in human subjects research.

News - June 2025

June 12, 2025

This issue of the newsletter provides information on the use of AI tools, guidance for new and departing researchers, a reminder to use the IRB templates, and information on PREP.

Use of AI Tools

June 12, 2025

UW has approved specific AI tools for use with different types of data (e.g. public, sensitive, restricted, PHI).

News - November 2024

November 14, 2024

This issue of the newsletter provides information on selecting the correct application type and an announcement on new guidance related to AI and ML technologies.

Coming Soon: New Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) Guidance

November 14, 2024

The IRB Office is in the process of finalizing new guidance and worksheets for studies involving AI and ML technologies.

Institutional Statement on the Use of Generative AI

August 15, 2023

The UW-Madison Chief Information Security Officer has issued a statement on requirements and considerations for any UW personnel using generative AI.