News - July 2026

July 22, 2026

We heard you! Examples of common exemption applications

July 22, 2026

In response to our recent IRB User Survey, we are sharing examples with guidance for three common exemption applications.

News - June 2026

June 25, 2026

This issue of the newsletter includes an NR/NHSR Self-Certification Tool pilot reminder, registration for education events about IRB considerations when using AI in human research and ClinicalTrials.gov: Essentials for Academic Medical Centers, HRPP emergency preparedness and response plans, pre-submission time-out clarifications, and reminders for protecting data when personnel leave UW but remain involved in a project.

Pre-Submission Time-Out 

June 25, 2026

We have received emails from study teams asking how long applications can stay in pre-submission before they time out in ARROW. The ARROW IT team has provided the following clarification for various submission types.

News - March 2026

March 17, 2026

This issue of the newsletter covers the IRB Satisfaction Survey results, Continuing Review, and adding study team members to existing ARROW applications.

Continuing Review Submission and Review  

March 17, 2026

If your study requires continuing review, we ask that you submit your continuing review at least 45 days prior to the study's expiration to allow sufficient time for IRB review.

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.

Selecting the Correct Application Type

November 14, 2024

Information about when the protocol-based and non-protocol-based application are most appropriate.

News - September 2024

September 26, 2024

This issue of the newsletter announces new limited-English-proficiency guidance, exemption reminders, and includes a call for new IRB members.

Exemption Reminders

September 18, 2024

These exemption reminders cover when to submit a change and how to renew your study before it expires.