Last Updated: January 17, 2025
Update: IRB/Human Subjects Review Software Platform
After end of business hours January 17th, 2025, we will no longer be accepting modifications on previously submitted and reviewed projects through IRBNet. Please submit all future modifications through the IRB Cayuse Human Ethics (HE) system. For more information on how to submit a modification through the new system, please watch "Modifying an IRBNet approved study in Cayuse HE".
Starting January 6, 2025, all IRB submissions will be made in IRB Cayuse Human Ethics (HE). For modifications and renewals to previously approved studies in IRBNet, you will resubmit to Cayuse HE by re-entering the study information in completion. You will not need to enter already approved protocols into Cayuse HE unless you are modifying them or submitting them for renewal/continuing review. Please be sure to download and save all your IRBNet applications/materials/approval letters.
Cayuse HE (IRB) trainings, tutorial videos, and guides will start to be available mid-November 2024. Topics will include new study protocols, modifications, and renewals and can be found here. Should you have any questions regarding the new Cayuse HE (IRB) review platform, please feel free to reach out to Dr. Tagler, (mjtagler@bsu.edu) our Human Ethics (IRB) Ambassador, for more information and/or to schedule a consultation.
For generalized Cayuse HE (IRB) resources, please click here.
New Human Subjects Research Determination Form
If you are unsure whether your study needs IRB review, please complete and
submit the online Human Subjects Research
Determination form. Once submitted, BSU IRB reviewers will
make a determination and respond back. As of July 1, 2024 the pdf form will no
longer be an accepted.
Helpful Notes
- Due to office changes, the turn-around time for IRB protocol reviews may take longer than usual. Please visit our research proposal page for more information.
- The email address for our office as well as the IRB is orihelp@bsu.edu, not irb@bsu.edu. Be sure to indicate the correct email address in your proposal documents whenever applicable.
- If you experience continuous issues with IRBNet, please contact IRBNet's technical support team at (877) 261-6461 or support@irbnet.org.
International Travel Requirements and Research
**Please consult with BSU’s latest travel guidance for any changes or restrictions**
Resources Ball State Offers to Researchers
- Request a Training Session for a Class - We offer presentations on IRB Submission, Protection of Human Subjects, and Responsible Conduct of Research
- Peer Mentoring - If you have questions, schedule an appointment to meet one-on-one with a graduate assistant to discuss your protocol before you submit it to IRBNet!
- Sponsored Projects Administration offers Aspire grants to faculty, professional personnel, and students in areas such as research, scholarly studies, and creative endeavors.
- University Libraries Guide for Literature Review Assistance
- The Research Design Studio provides help with research design, grant development, instrument selection and design, professional development and research mentoring, as well as synthesis and support of research collaborations.