Human Research Protection Program (HRPP)

The HRPP in partnership with the research community, is responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of participants in Human Subjects Research conducted under the aegis of USC. HRPP, which is a Division within the Office of Research and Innovation, provides the campus and the four USC Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) with professional guidance and administrative support and oversight.

 

IRB Tip of the Week!

To ensure all submissions to the USC IRBs are reviewed efficiently and thoroughly please follow our IRB Submission GuidelinesSubmissions that do not adhere to the basic guidelines will be returned without review.

Announcements

HRPP March 2023 Updates

Click below to access the March 2023 HRPP Pulse, a monthly newsletter of updates, tips and more.  Click here

OPRS & IRB February 2023 Updates

Click below to access the February 2023 OPRS & IRB Scene, a monthly newsletter of updates, tips and more.  Click here

OPRS & IRB January 2023 Updates

Click below to access the January 2023 OPRS & IRB Scene, a monthly newsletter of updates, tips and more.  Click here

Office Closures

HRPP offices will be closed on the following dates: