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This form is only needed if the research was done at a research institution (university lab, for example) or in an industrial setting, but is not completed for work done at a high school.

This form explains what will be done to oversee the project. The qualified scientist (QS) and, if needed, the designated supervisor (DS), will sign with the date that they approve this project (before experimentation takes place).

Required for projects using hazardous chemicals, activities or devices, and potentially hazardous biological agents.

This form explains to the IRB how the safety and well-being of the test subjects and the confidentiality of results will be ensured. 

This form is filled out by the student researcher when the experiment is conducted in a Non-Regulated Research Site such as home or school and describes the housing and care for the animals. 

This form is filled out by the student researcher when the experiment is conducted in a Regulated Research Site (anywhere other than home, field, or school). 

This form is required for all research involving microorganisms, rDNA and fresh/frozen tissue (including primary cell lines, human and other primate-established cell lines and tissue cultures), blood, blood products, and body fluids.

This form explains the source of the human or vertebrate animal tissue. The Qualified Scientist or Designated Supervisor signs and dates to document the source and handling of this tissue.

If the current project is in a similar area of research as any previous project submitted by the student or any team member, it is considered a continuation. Explain as completely as possible how the project is different from previous experimentation because ONLY a new and different research project is allowed.