Current Research Resumption Guidance

Please note that this is current as of posting–always consult goforward.uchicago.edu for current requirements. On June 16, 2021, the University of Chicago issued guidance for a transition to Phase 5, which it defines as a return to full research operations, with...

Office Closed 12/25 – 01/04 and AURA Grants Upgrade

The University has implemented a winter recess this year; the IRB Office will close on 12/25/2020 and reopen on 01/04/2021. In addition, the AURA Grants application will also be going through a major upgrade beginning December 24 at noon through January 4 at 8 a.m. ...

SBS-IRB follow up to researchers COVID-19

Dear Investigators, I am writing to follow up on the message on Monday, March 16, from Provost Lee regarding the University’s direction to immediately stop research activities that require in-person interactions with subjects unless they directly benefit the subject,...

SBS IRB Message Regarding COVID-19

Dear Researchers, In this evolving environment, we write to assure the social and behavioral sciences research community that our primary concern is for the safety of our research participants and UChicago research team members, and our primary goal is to support...