Research Involving Human Subjects
Proposed research activities include (but are not limited to):
- Thesis
- Special Investigation Projects
- Grant Proposals
- Classroom Projects
When conducting Thesis Research activity, it is the student’s responsibility to work with his/her advisor to obtain thesis research approval for their proposal. A copy of the signed approval must be submitted as part of the thesis.
ALL proposed activities that involve or potentially involve humans as subjects of the research are reviewed by both the department and the Committee for the Protection of Human Research Subjects (CPHRS). ALL proposed research involving human subjects must be properly documented.
It is recommended that all faculty and students proposing research involving human subjects apply for approval by the CPHRS 90 days prior to starting research, particularly if research will involve protected groups such as minors or international research.
Apply for approval of your proposed human subjects research by following the guidelines at - Research Involving Human Subjects
Policies for the Protection of Human Subjects Research
- Pittsburg State University Policy Assurance Handbook: The Protection of Human Subjects Research
- The Belmont Report: Ethical Principles and Guidelines for the Protection of Human Subjects of Research
- Code of Federal Regulations, Title 45, Part 46, Protection of Human Subjects
Forms for the Protection of Human Subjects Research provides forms for proposal application, informed consent, and continuing review (link to PAGE 7 information)
Human Subjects Research Online Training Education/training on the protection of human subjects (participants); sponsored by the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Policy for Responding to Allegations of Research Misconduct
Please contact Brian Peery in the Office of Continuing and Graduate Studies, 112 Russ Hall, (620) 235-4175, with any questions.