Updated HIPAA Research Authorization Form (2026)
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The University of California Office of the President (UCOP) has released a revised Register for "ReGI Submission Tips" IRB Webinar
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What: IRB Presentation on ReGI Submission TipsWhen: Friday, September 11 @ 11am-12pm (PT)HRPP Policy and Process Updates Coming July 1, 2026
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We are excited for the launch of Research Gateway IRB on July 1st. In conjunction with this transition, the Office of Research and the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) are implementing several policy and process updates. These changes will take effect on…Updated iRIS Submission Guidance: New Deadlines and Submission Restrictions (Effective May 15, 2026)
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Status Update (May 19, 2026):Certain New IRB Submissions No Longer Accepted in iRIS (Effective May 7, 2026)
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No Longer Accepted: New Studies Requiring Full Committee Review Participant Payment Reporting Threshold Increased to $2,000
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Beginning January 1, 2026, the IRS increased the reporting threshold for research participant payments from $600 to $2,000 per calendar year. This amount may change annually.Who should read this notice?Research teams with studies that involve participant payment.Updated Plain Language Informed Consent Form (ICF) Template + Companion Document
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What's happening?Updated versions of the following documents are now available on the IRB website:Updated Drug and Device Guidance and Worksheets
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Who should read this message?This is message is for anyone conducting human participant research involving drugs or devices.What is happening?The IRB has updated the following materials regarding the use of drugs and devices in research:IRB Office Holidays & Compliance Reminders
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Please note that the Human Research Protection Program (IRB, QIU, and GESCR) will be closed on:December 24th, 25th, and 31st, 2025January 1st, 2026 IRB Guidance