A Student’s Guide to Human Subjects Research Compliance

Learn how to conduct research involving human participants responsibly and ethically in this essential workshop for undergraduate and graduate students.

A Student’s Guide to Human Subjects Research Compliance provides a clear, practical introduction to the requirements and processes that ensure the protection of research participants. This virtual workshop is facilitated by the Division of Research and Innovation - Research Integrity and Compliance (RIC) unit.

In this session, you will learn how to:

• Understand what qualifies as human subjects research
• Recognize the role of Institutional Review Boards (IRBs)
• Determine when IRB approval is required
• Navigate the IRB application process with confidence
• Identify key ethical principles, including respect, beneficence, and justice
• Protect participant privacy, confidentiality, and informed consent
• Avoid common compliance mistakes that can delay or impact your research

Whether you are conducting surveys, interviews, or experimental research, this workshop will help you approach your project with integrity and meet institutional and federal requirements. Gain the knowledge you need to design and carry out research that is both compliant and ethically sound.

NOTE: Pre-registration is NOT required.  Virtual participant attendance will be captured when accessing the live Zoom session. Click on the Zoom link provided to join this session.

Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 

Time: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm (1 Hour)

Zoom Link: unt.govfa.net/218242?eid=a13a700000vci5e