Does the project involve human subjects?

Answer Yes or No. Any project involving the use of human subjects must undergo a review by the Institutional Review Board, and an IRB Protocol must be submitted. If you choose Yes, a message will appear below the question indicating that you should note your IRB Protocol on the Special Review page.

Does the project involve biohazards?

Hazardous materials must be stored and monitored carefully; if the proposed project will utilize hazardous materials, provisions for training and safety must be made. If you choose Yes, a message will appear below the question indicating that you should note your IBC number, on the Special Review page.

Does the project involve live vertebrate animals?

Research conducted using live vertebrate animals must undergo IRB review. If you choose Yes, a message will appear below the question indicating that if you already know your ACUC numberyou should note it, on the Special Review page.

Does the project involve radiation or radioactive materials?

Answer Yes or No. Radioactive materials must be stored and monitored carefully. Additional training and safety concerns may need to be addressed.

Has the topic of export control come up in any form in connection with this proposal?

If project activities will require movement of goods regulated by export control, answer here. You may choose Yes, No, or NA. If you are unsure, the Office of Sponsored Programs can assist you with this question.

Will the project involve any communication with U.S. embargoed countries?

Will the project require the shipment of equipment outside the U.S.?

Answer Yes or No, whether the project will require shipping outside the U.S.

Are there any restrictions on university investigator publication or intellectual property rights?

Answer Yes or No, does the sponsoring agency or other entities impose restrictions on publication or intellectual property rights?

Is this project the result of a Congressionally Directed Appropriation?

Answer Yes only if there is a line in the WV State legislative budget to fund this project. Please speak to OSP if you have questions.