The role of the Davidson College Human Subjects Institutional Review Board (HS/IRB) is to assure that human research subjects are treated with dignity, respect, and with due regard for their welfare. 

If you plan to conduct a research project using human participants, you must complete and submit an application and research protocol for IRB review and approval.

Your Research Protocol Application
The Review Process

You may direct any questions concerning the review process or the application form to the chair of the IRB, Dr. Mark Smith (x2470). Before calling or e-mailing the chair, however, please read the IRB's Frequently Asked Questions.

Please note that the IRB cannot approve a protocol submitted after research is initiated, nor can the IRB sanction any human subjects data collected without approval.