The purpose of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) is to protect human subjects involved in research. After review by the Research Review Committee (RRC), each protocol involving human subjects is initially reviewed by the Board and, if approved, is reviewed on a continuing basis. A progress report and updated consent form are submitted to and reviewed by the Board at least annually and more frequently if needed.

Links to Regulations

• United States Department of Health and Human Services
• United States Food and Drug Association

Other Helpful Links

• For procedure: Fox Chase Cancer Center Protocol Office
• Refer to the Belmont Report Summary
• Refer to the Declaration of Helsinki
• CCOP
• Fox Chase Cancer Center Partners
• Oncology Physician Network

For more information, please call the IRB office at 215-214-3754