IU ORIC 5th Ethical Review Board Meeting Minutes – March 18, 2025

The Ethical Review Board (ERB) recently held its 5th meeting to reinforce research ethics and improve procedural efficiency. Chaired by Dr. M. Masroor, the Board reviewed and approved previous actions, discussed timely reviewer engagement, and endorsed revisions to ethical review forms. Members emphasized the importance of early faculty submissions, enhanced communication protocols, and expanding the reviewer pool. The Board also proposed solutions to expedite the review process while maintaining rigorous ethical standards. The ERB remains committed to encouraging a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability in all research activities.