The CATS IRB Submission training gives an overview of how to navigate CATS IRB and the steps to complete an IRB submission. This... more
The Human Research Protection Program (HRPP)
The Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) is the IRB office for the entire University and provides support for all Penn State researchers, including those at the College of Medicine and Penn State Health.
HRPP News and Announcements
CATS IRB Upgrade: CATS IRB will be unavailable Thursday, June 22, 2023 2:00 PM ET until Monday, June 26, 2023 12:00 PM ET. Please plan ahead for submissions to avoid interruption.
Next HRPP Quarterly Webinar: July 26, 12-1PM. Register now.
Need to speak with an IRB Analyst? Schedule through Bookings.
Study teams are strongly encouraged to follow Best Practices for Conducting In-person Human Subjects Research.
RNI Updates: The HRPP enacted changes to the RNI process last July. Learn more.
Single IRB Fees: the HRPP is now charging fees to serve as the reviewing IRB for multi-center and cooperative projects that designate Penn State as the reviewing IRB. Learn more.
Getting Started
- Learn about available Research Resources (supported by the CTSI)
- IRB 5 Basic Steps
- IRB Training and Resources
- Find your IRB Analyst
Future Participants
- Find a research study: StudyFinder website
- About Research Participation
- Becoming A Research Volunteer: It’s Your Decision (PDF Brochure)
Penn State faculty, staff, students, or affiliates who will conduct human subject research must complete the CITI online training course(s). Depending on the project and the study procedures, additional training courses may be required. For more information, see CITI certification.
Upcoming Events
Thursday
Jun
22
3:00 PM
The CATS IRB Submission training gives an overview of how to navigate CATS IRB and the steps to complete an IRB submission. This... more
via Zoom
Tuesday
Jun
27
2:30 PM
The IRB Protocol Training provides step-by-step guidance on how to develop a protocol for submission to the IRB. This training focuses on... more
via Zoom
Monday
Jul
10
10:30 AM
The CATS IRB Submission training gives an overview of how to navigate CATS IRB and the steps to complete an IRB submission. This training... more
via Zoom
Friday
Jul
21
11:00 AM
The CATS IRB Submission training gives an overview of how to navigate CATS IRB and the steps to complete an IRB submission. This... more
via Zoom
Tuesday
Jul
25
1:00 PM
The IRB Protocol Training provides step-by-step guidance on how to develop a protocol for submission to the IRB. This training focuses on... more
via Zoom