The Common Rule's sIRB mandate states organizations engaged in cooperative research must rely upon approval by a single IRB for that portion of the research conducted in the U.S. Cooperative research is defined as projects covered by this policy involving more than one institution.
The University of Chicago BSD IRB will serve as the IRB of record in instances where mandated by regulation or policy. Affiliated sites such as Ingalls Hospital may require reliance documentation. Information about U of C serving as the IRB of record can be found below.
University of Chicago Serving as the IRB of Record for Affiliate and/or External Sites
UChicago Overall Principal Investigator Checklist and Guidance
Suggested Language for Inclusion in NIH Grants
Local Site Context and Communication Plan updated 9 30 24
Relying site continuing review form
University of Chicago Serving as the IRB of Record for Affiliate Sites
University of Chicago Serving as the IRB of Record for Affiliate Sites
Clinical Research Protocols and Ingalls Hospital
University of Chicago Serving as the IRB of Record for External Sites
UChicago Serving as the IRB of Record updated 9 30 24
SMART-IRB Grant Application Language
SMART-IRB Cede and LOA Template
Participating Site Application updated 9 30 24
Relying Site Master Personnel List