Renewals for Departmental Scientific Review
Scientific review is not necessary for IRB renewals and amendments unless there are significant changes
to the protocol, such as the addition of a new subject population or substantial modification to the
protocol such as changing or adding an aim or analysis to an already approved study.
The addition or removal/replacement of key personnel on the protocol, including graduate students, does not
require additional scientific review but does require a written notification to the IRB via a protocol Amendment.
Additional forms and certification of training may also be required for new personnel, consistent with IRB
policy. The PI is responsible for compliance with these IRB requirements.