IRB Submission Checklist
A clear, step-by-step guide listing required documents, timelines, and common mistakes to avoid when preparing IRB applications.
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Ethical Guidance for Research Globally
Ensuring compliance, protecting participants, advancing ethical research worldwide.
About Us
Global Research IRB (GRI) is a trusted partner for researchers worldwide. We simplify the process of securing approvals and meeting ethical requirements while ensuring studies are context-sensitive and compliant. With expertise in ethics, regulation, community engagement, evaluation, and data management and protection, GRI helps research teams carry out their work with confidence, precision, and care.
What We Guarantee
- Clarity and Support – We make the ethics and compliance process straightforward and researcher-friendly.
- Global Standards, Local Relevance – Every study is aligned with international best practices while tailored to local contexts.
- Integrity and Protection – We safeguard participants, data, and communities, ensuring research you can trust.
Our team of experts brings years of experience in research oversight, ethics, and regulatory compliance. We partner with universities, NGOs, government agencies, and private organizations across multiple countries, helping them meet global standards while respecting local contexts. With GRI, you gain a trusted ally committed to building credible, ethical, and impactful research practices.
Vision
To be the trusted partner for researchers and organizations in Africa and beyond, simplifying the path to ethical and regulatory approval while upholding the highest standards of participant protection and research integrity.
Mission
Our mission is to make research compliance simple and accessible while safeguarding the dignity and rights of participants, ensuring that every study we support not only meets regulatory requirements but also elevates ethical standards in the research ecosystem.
Services
We provide expert guidance in research ethics, compliance, and IRB processes to ensure responsible studies.
IRB and Ethics Support
IRB Committee Guidance
Document Preparation
IRB Submission and Response
Renewals and Amendments
Ethical Dilemmas and Advice
Regulatory Approvals and Community Engagement
Post-IRB Approvals and Permits
Contextualizing Proposals
Monitoring, Compliance, and Risk Management
Monitoring and Compliance
Risk Assessment
Audits
Data Lifecycle Support
Data Collection
Data Management and Security
Data Dissemination and Knowledge Translation
Capacity Building and Professional Development
Training and Capacity Building
Professional Networking
Policy Development and SOPs
Additional Research Support
Study Startup
Publication Support
Regulatory Guidance
Countries We Have Worked With
Resources
Access guides, regulations, and insights to support ethical research practices.
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Concept of the Informed Consent Form
A customizable sample consent form demonstrating best practices for clarity, participant understanding, and compliance.
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Community Engagement Guide
A short, practical guide on designing respectful and effective community engagement strategies before and during research.
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Data Management & Protection Basics
Key principles and best practices for ensuring confidentiality, secure storage, and compliance with GDPR/ODPC and local regulations.
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Ethical Dilemmas: Quick Reference Guide
A short collection of common research ethics dilemmas with tips on how to approach and resolve them responsibly.
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The Research Lifecycle: A Step-by-Step Formula
This step-by-step guide walks researchers through the entire research ethics process, from IRB submission and approval to study completion and report generation.
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Contact
Reach out to us for inquiries, consultations, or support—we’re here to guide your research needs.
Address
Akai Plaza, 3rd Floor , Roasters, Nairobi- Kenya
Call Us
+254 758 476 884
Email Us
info@globalresearchirb.com
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