FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

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FAQ Categories:

I. INITIAL SUBMISSION

1. Application Preparation
2. Application Submission
3. Form 1 or Form 1C
4. Signed Informed Consent or Verbal Informed Consent Script for Research
5. Research Materials 

II. DECISION MAKING

III. CONTINUING REVIEW REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

1. General
2. Report of New Information and Unanticipated Issue
3. Request for Change to Cleared Research 
4. Annual Status Report
5. End of Study Report