Renewal of human subjects protocols at LBNL
All human subject protocols must be renewed annually. The HARP system sends out renewal notices approximately six weeks before a protocol is due to expire. Please follow the renewal process in the HARP system. The relevant button for starting the process will be on the left hand list on your protocol screen, towards the bottom, "Create New Continuing Review". Please call the HARC office at x6005 or send email to [email protected] with any questions.
**Be sure to submit your renewals with plenty of time for review prior to the expiration date, at least 2 weeks, more for Full IRB review. If your renewal is not approved prior to the expiration, ALL WORK MUST STOP IMMEDIATELY!**
Once the full protocol materials have been received, the protocol is considered for renewal at the next meeting of the Human Subjects Committee, for Full IRB Review protocols, or by expedited or exempt member review for the respective protocol types. If revisions are needed, revision letters are sent out to investigators promptly. Once revisions have been received in the HARC office and approved by the chair of the Human Subjects Committee, the principal investigator is sent a letter of approval.
