Exemption for Public Benefit or Service Programs

To qualify for this exemption, a project must take place under the authority and with the support of a Federal government agency, and be included on a public list of such research and demonstration projects by that agency. Human subjects research may not commence until a project has been included on such a list.

If you are certain that one of the above conditions describes your research, please fill out this form. If you have any questions or doubts, please feel free to contact the IRB.