research-ethics-irb-navigation
Prepare ethics applications, develop informed consent protocols, and navigate institutional review processes for human subjects research
Best use case
research-ethics-irb-navigation is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Prepare ethics applications, develop informed consent protocols, and navigate institutional review processes for human subjects research
Teams using research-ethics-irb-navigation 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-navigation/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How research-ethics-irb-navigation Compares
| Feature / Agent | research-ethics-irb-navigation | 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?
Prepare ethics applications, develop informed consent protocols, and navigate institutional review processes for 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 Navigation Prepare ethics applications, develop informed consent protocols, and navigate institutional review processes for human subjects research. ## Overview This skill enables ethical conduct of human subjects research. It encompasses ethics application preparation, informed consent development, and IRB process navigation to ensure research meets ethical standards and regulatory requirements. ## Capabilities ### Ethics Application - Protocol development - Risk assessment - Benefit justification - Population protection - Methodology description ### Informed Consent - Consent document drafting - Plain language writing - Comprehension verification - Special populations - Ongoing consent processes ### IRB Navigation - Submission requirements - Review categories - Response to conditions - Amendment procedures - Renewal processes ### Ongoing Compliance - Adverse event reporting - Protocol modifications - Annual reviews - Audit preparation - Record maintenance ## Usage Guidelines ### Application Process 1. Review IRB requirements 2. Develop research protocol 3. Assess risks and benefits 4. Draft consent documents 5. Complete application forms 6. Submit for review 7. Respond to conditions ### Consent Best Practices - Use plain language - Include all required elements - Explain voluntariness - Describe risks clearly - Provide contact information ### Compliance Maintenance - Follow approved protocol - Report changes promptly - Document consent process - Maintain records - Submit renewals timely ## Integration Points ### Related Processes - Ethnographic Fieldwork Planning - Research Ethics Review - Oral History Collection Protocol ### Collaborating Skills - oral-history-interview-technique - ethnographic-coding-thematics - grant-narrative-writing ## References - Belmont Report - Common Rule - IRB guidelines - Research ethics literature
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