Exempt Review

Research that qualifies for exempt review is a type of human subject research and should not be confused with a non-human subject determination. Exempt research requires review but does not require ongoing oversight by the IRB.

There are two processes for submission of exempt research depending on whether the study will involve contact with human subjects in person or by any medium (email, internet).

1. If there will be no contact with human subjects in person or through any medium (email, internet, brochures, surveys, etc.), follow the procedure for submitting research involving only data or specimens.
2. If there is contact with subjects through any medium, follow the process below.

The following documents must be included in all applications for exempt research involving contact with subjects:

• Exemption Application (updated 29 Nov 2012)
• Protocol (or you may use the application form as a substitute)
• Conflict of Interest and Scientific Misconduct (updated 24 Dec 2012)
• National Jewish Health 2012 Conflict of Interest Declaration for individuals not employed by NJH who are reporting a COI.
• Update for National Jewish Health 2012 Conflict of Interest Declaration

The following documents may assist with your submission:

• Review the Exemption Categories
• Consent template for an online exempt survey (posted 23 May 2013)

Number of copies:

Submit the signed original and one (1) complete copy of all materials.