Questions and Answers
What does C.I.T.I. stand for?
What is the role of the Institutional Review Board (IRB)?
To approve research based on risk to the participants.
Which of the following is NOT a condition for the IRB's involvement?
Members of the IRB can have a vested interest in the research.
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What information should a researcher provide when proposing research to the IRB?
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The risk/benefit ratio must always try to minimize the ______.
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Which risk category involves no known risk to potential subjects?
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What constitutes expedited research?
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Full-review research has minimal risk to human subjects.
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Which item is NOT a criterion for the Centre's IRB eligibility quiz?
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Study Notes
C.I.T.I. Training and Certification
- Initiative developed by the University of Miami.
- Offers online courses focused on research regulations and ethical standards.
Institutional Review Board (IRB)
- Approves research proposals based on participant risk assessment.
- Mandatory for organizations receiving federal funding, conducting research on humans or animals, or utilizing research beyond mere observation.
Member of the IRB
- Composed of local professionals, including center professors, staff, and legal advisors.
- Members must have no financial or professional stake in the research being reviewed to ensure impartiality.
Proposing Research to the IRB
- Must include participant-centered information such as:
- Details on sample population.
- Methods for contacting participants.
- Outline of research procedures and questions.
- Plan for data management.
- Identification of potential risks to participants.
Risk/Benefit Ratio
- Focus on minimizing risk and maximizing benefits:
- Risks can range from minimal discomfort to severe consequences (e.g., loss of sight).
- Benefits could include small incentives (e.g., $5) or significant outcomes (e.g., successful phobia treatment).
- Evaluation of risks and benefits varies based on time, cultural context, and situational factors.
Risk Categories (Subjective)
- Research classified into three categories:
- Exempt research: minimal to no known risk.
- Expedited research: involves minimal risk.
- Full-review research: exceeds minimal risk.
Exempt Research
- Characterized by no known risks for participants.
- May involve anonymous or publicly available data collection and naturalistic observation.
- Requirement for PSY 205 course.
Expedited Research
- Involves minimal risk to participants, typically including:
- Collection of physiological or biological data.
- Use of photographs, videos, or audio recordings.
- Commonly found in PSY 210 course.
Full-Review Research
- Involves research designs that pose greater than minimal risk to participants.
Centre's IRB Eligibility Quiz
- Criteria include:
- No involvement with special populations, such as prisoners or children.
- No use of deception in research design.
- No risk of participant identification or stigmatization (e.g., disclosing GPA or body weight).
- No potential for long-term adverse effects beyond normal stress levels.
- Consideration of risks associated with physical interaction (e.g., using body sensors or equipment).
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Description
This quiz covers the essentials of C.I.T.I. training and the Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes. It includes information on the approval of research proposals, the roles of IRB members, and guidelines for proposing research. Test your knowledge on ethical standards and participant risk assessments in research.
