The LECOM Human Research Protection Program, LECOM Human Subjects IRB Committee and the LECOM Office of Research can offer support and assistance. Support is available for anyone, from the novice researcher to the experienced investigator. Upon request, a representative from the Human Subjects IRB Committee or LECOM Office of Research is available to work directly with the researchers. Support and assistance can help the research team in the preparation of their research project for IRB review. IRB information and procedures can be very complex and intimidating as human subject research protection is regulated by the federal government. Support and assistance can make a difference! The Office of Research and the members of the LECOM Human Subjects IRB Committee want to work as a team with investigators to meet our joint and primary responsibility of protecting human subjects.

Regrettably, even with the best of intentions, divergent ideas are sometimes difficult to reconcile. If you have concerns or complaints about the service you received from the Human Subjects IRB Committee, please feel free to contact the Director of Research in the LECOM Office of Research by email or phone at (814) 866-8142 and we will work together to find a suitable resolution.