常见问题

我什么时候可以开始收集数据?

The collection of research may only begin after a CSUF IRB approval letter has been received. Until this approval letter has been received, you are not allowed to begin collecting data.

我如何申请IRB Cayuse帐户?

In order to access the Cayuse system, you will need to have an account created and authenticated. 电子邮件 irb@chathams.net 并提供你的名字, CSUF电子邮件地址, CWID, 主要/部门, and if you are a student/staff/faculty or you can click the following link: IRB身份验证在新窗口中打开

Keep in mind that data cannot be collected until the researcher has submitted an IRB protocol that has been reviewed and by the IRB. 

我如何登录Cayuse?

Enter “CSUF IRB” in your search bar and select the first option. You will be directed to the main IRB page where you will find a link titled “Cayuse IRB Log-In”. After clicking the link, you will be directed to the 小马登录 page. You may also click on the following link which will direct you to the 小马登录 page: 小马登录

Why am I getting a message saying “We’re sorry. This account has been disabled on the Cayuse 424 system” when trying to log into Cayuse?

This message will appear when a user does not have a Cayuse IRB account. You will need to contact the CSUF IRB office to create and authenticate a Cayuse IRB account for you. 电子邮件 irb@chathams.net 写上你的名字, CSUF电子邮件地址, CWID, 主要/部门, and if you are a student/staff/faculty or you can click the following link: IRB身份验证在新窗口中打开

How long will it take for my study to get approved?

Protocols that fall within the Exempt or Expedited category may take up to 10-15 business days from the initial submission date. For the studies that fall within the full committee review category, approval can take up to 6-8 weeks as the IRB meets once a month on the second Friday of each month, 除了七月.

What action do I take once my study is complete?

When you have reached the end of your study, you should submit a closure submission request. Once closed studies are marked as finalized, they can no longer be modified. For additional guidance, access the step-by-step instructions for Cayuse IRB: Submitting a Closure RequestPDF文件 .

How do I find my advisor within the Cayuse application?

Click on “Find People” and type in the name of your advisor. 如果他们的名字没有出现, then there is a possibility that the advisor does not have a Cayuse IRB account that has been set up yet. 要建立一个帐户,请发送电子邮件 irb@chathams.net 并提供你的名字, CSUF电子邮件地址, CWID, 主要/部门, and if you are a student/staff/faculty or you can click the following link: IRB身份验证在新窗口中打开

我什么时候需要一封支持信?

A letter of support is only needed when data is being collected at another institution’s campus or at an outside organization. Additionally, a letter of support is needed when requesting data from any CSUF department. 

What needs to be included in a letter of support?

Letters of support must be on an official letterhead, 注明日期, 有关官员的签字, PI的名称.

我需要列出指导老师吗?

Only students are required to list a faculty advisor. Students must list their faculty advisor within their IRB application along with their advisor's CITI training. Faculty and staff members are not required to list a faculty advisor.

我的同意书里都写了些什么?

For a template reference,  click the following link: CSUF知情同意模板

同意书应列出以下内容:

  • 研究题目
  • 高铁#
  • 研究人员
  • 担保人(如适用)
  • Brief description of the primary purpose of the study
  • Overview of what participants will be asked to do
  • 风险与收益
  • Clarify if the information will be kept anonymous or confidential
  • 参加的费用或支付
  • 联系信息
  • 作为一名研究志愿者的权利
  • Meaning of participants signature on the consent form
  • 同意书

我什么时候需要同意书?

An assent form is required when a minor is being asked to participate in a study. 就像同意书一样, an assent form should be issued to minors so they can decide if they wish to participate in the study or not.

NOTE, all assent forms must also have a Parental Consent issued to the parent first. 更多信息可在 IRB基本步骤.

For an Assent or Parental Consent template reference, click on the following link: CSUF模板

如何创建花旗计划帐户?

A CITI account can be created by registering on the 花旗计划网页在新窗口中打开 . For step-by-step instructions on how to create an account, visit the CSUF IRB CITI培训网页在新窗口中打开 .

What CITI Training is required by the CSUF IRB?

CSUF IRB requires ALL personnel involved in research to complete the CITI training module titled, " 社会 & 行为研究调查员 " to provide training in the ethical use of human participants in research. Each module MUST be completed with a score of 80% or better. Step-by-step instructions on how to register for the correct training, can be found on the IRB CITI合规培训 网页.

哪些人需要参加花旗培训?

CITI training is required for anyone who will be directly responsible for study management, 数据收集, 同意的过程, 数据分析, 转录, 参与招聘, 或后续. Step-by-step instructions on how to register for the correct training, can be found on the IRB CITI合规培训 网页.