Office of Research Integrity and Assurance

Human Subjects

Human Subjects in Research

George Mason University fosters a Research environment that promotes the respect for the rights and welfare of individuals recruited for, or participating in, Research conducted by or under the auspices of George Mason. George Mason is guided by applicable laws, regulations, and principles in its review and conduct of Human Subjects Research. To fulfill this mission, George Mason has established a Human Research Protection Program (HRPP). The HRPP is primarily composed to two components: the Institutional Review Board and the Post Approval Monitoring & Education Program.

The mission of the George Mason HRPP is:

  • To safeguard and promote the dignity and well-being of participants in research conducted at or by George Mason by assuring their rights, safety and welfare are protected;
  • To provide timely and high-quality review and monitoring of human subjects research; and
  • To facilitate excellence in human subjects research by providing accurate guidance and education to George Mason investigators, IRB members, and research officials.
  • To ensure compliance with all regulatory and ethical obligations involved in Human Subjects Research conducted at or by George Mason.
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