HUMAN AND ANIMAL RESEARCH APPROVAL

Research projects involving human participants and animal subjects are required by federal law to undergo prescribed review. Studies involving humans (including questionnaire surveys) are reviewed by the Institutional Review Board (IRB). Studies involving animals are reviewed by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). Faculty, staff, and students who plan to conduct such research must follow the respective guidelines set forth by Maryville College. In the case of Senior Study research, primary responsibility of submitting an IRB or IACUC proposal resides with the student; faculty advisors have the responsibility to ensure the appropriate approval has been met before data collection begins. Serious violations of these guidelines may be referred to the Academic Integrity Board. IRB and IACUC guidelines and procedures are available in the Student Handbook and online through MC Insider.

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