The TORG Institutional Review Board (IRB) is dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards in research involving human subjects. Our mission is to safeguard the rights, welfare, and privacy of research participants while fostering responsible and high-quality research across all The Operating Room Global (TORG) chapters.
Submission Guidelines
Researchers affiliated with TORG must submit proposals for IRB review to ensure compliance with ethical and regulatory standards. The IRB has jurisdiction over all research initiatives involving human subjects within TORG, including:
- Research led by TORG leaders, members, or partners.
- Multinational studies conducted within TORG chapters.
- Studies involving vulnerable populations.
Required Documents for Submission:
- Research protocol/proposal using the official TORG template.
- Any additional materials requested by the IRB.
Submission Timeline:
- Proposals must be submitted at least 15 days before the intended start date of the research. Submissions will be accepted starting Monday, 24th February, 2025.
- The IRB meets twice a month to review proposals, with emergency meetings convened as needed.
Review and Approval Process
Notification Timeline:
- Researchers will be notified of the IRB’s decision within 21 days of submission.
- If modifications are required, researchers must submit revisions within 7 days for expedited re-evaluation.
- Initial Screening: The IRB Secretary ensures all submissions are complete.
- Assignment of Reviewers: The Chairperson assigns reviewers based on expertise.
- Formal Review: The IRB discusses and evaluates the research proposal.
- Decision Making: Proposals may be approved, modified, or rejected based on ethical considerations.
- Monitoring: Approved research is subject to ongoing compliance reviews.
Ethical Standards
The IRB adheres to internationally recognized ethical frameworks, including:
- The Declaration of Helsinki
- The Belmont Report
- Local regulations in countries where TORG operates
Confidentiality and conflict of interest policies ensure impartial and rigorous reviews.
Download the Ethical Approval Form
Click here to download the TORG IRB Ethical Approval Form.
Once completed, submit your form via email to: torgirb@operatingroomissues.org
For any inquiries or additional information, please contact the IRB Secretariat at torgirb@operatingroomissues.org.
TORG IRB – Ensuring Ethical and Responsible Research for Global Impact.