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Presented by: Kim Serpico, Associate Director, IRB Operations

Harvard University has several institutional policies that require Ancillary Review of human subjects research projects. While the IRB does not conduct the Ancillary Reviews, they do facilitate their completion and compliance. The IRB’s role is to recognize the need for Ancillary Review, and connect the department that conducts the review to the IRB application. Many Ancillary Reviews require completion before IRB approval can be granted. These details are important for researchers to know for planning and logistical purposes, as Ancillary Review can be a potentially complex and lengthy process.

Come to this session to learn all about Harvard-specific Ancillary Reviews and bring your questions/examples.

Attendees will learn:

1. What kinds of Ancillary Reviews there are (there are 15+!)
2. How and when Ancillary Review is triggered by the IRB
3. When researchers should start the Ancillary Review process, and how
4. Which Ancillary Reviews are required prior to IRB approval and which are not
5. How long Ancillary Reviews take
6. Who is the point person in each Ancillary Review office