research-ethics-irb
Navigate institutional review board processes, informed consent, confidentiality, and ethical considerations in human subjects research
Best use case
research-ethics-irb is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Navigate institutional review board processes, informed consent, confidentiality, and ethical considerations in human subjects research
Teams using research-ethics-irb should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/research-ethics-irb/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How research-ethics-irb Compares
| Feature / Agent | research-ethics-irb | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Navigate institutional review board processes, informed consent, confidentiality, and ethical considerations in human subjects research
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
Related Guides
SKILL.md Source
# Research Ethics and IRB Skill Navigate IRB processes and ensure ethical practice in human subjects research across social science disciplines. ## Overview The Research Ethics and IRB skill enables navigation of institutional review board processes, development of informed consent procedures, maintenance of confidentiality, and ethical practice in human subjects research across social science disciplines. ## Capabilities ### IRB Navigation - Protocol preparation - Exemption determination - Expedited review - Full board review - Amendment procedures ### Informed Consent - Consent document development - Comprehension verification - Ongoing consent - Waiver conditions - Special populations ### Confidentiality - Data de-identification - Secure storage - Access control - Certificate of Confidentiality - Data sharing protocols ### Risk Assessment - Risk identification - Risk minimization - Benefit assessment - Vulnerable populations - Monitoring procedures ### Ethical Practice - Research integrity - Conflict of interest - Data management - Publication ethics - Community engagement ## Usage Guidelines ### When to Use - Planning human subjects research - Preparing IRB submissions - Developing consent procedures - Managing data ethically - Addressing ethical issues ### Best Practices - Plan ethics early - Document thoroughly - Protect participants - Maintain transparency - Seek guidance when uncertain ### Integration Points - Survey Design and Administration skill - Interview and Facilitation skill - Ethnographic Research skill - Qualitative Analysis skill ## References - All research processes - Research Ethics Coordinator agent
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