Policies & Resources
For conducting research with human subjects
WSU HRPP policies and procedures manual
NOTE: This is currently under revision. Revised policies and procedures will be posted here as they become available and will be announced via email and newsletter.
Details policies and regulations governing research involving human participants and the requirements for submitting research proposals for IRB review.
WSU Policy regarding the use of human subjects in research
UPPM 45.50
Prior to initiating any portion of research projects involving human subjects, researchers must submit applications to the Office of Research Assurances (ORA) and receive approval from the University’s Institutional Review Board (IRB).
Relevant WSU policies and guidelines
WSU Survey Research – Policies and Guidelines
WSU ITS – Policies and Standards
WSU Guidance on Cannabis Research, Teaching, and Outreach Activities
Data Protection and Classification – UPPM 87.53
University Research Personnel COI, Technology Transfer, and State Ethics Requirements – UPPM 45.18
WSU Information Security Policy – Executive Policy #37
Managing Research Records – UPPM 45.35
Incentive Payments to Research Participants – UPPM 45.53
Employee Departure Policy – UPPM 60.74
WSU Information Security Roles, Responsibilities, and Definitions – UPPM 87.01