If you are considering taking part in a research study involving human subjects, you should know that you are protected by federal and state law, as well as by University policies. Participation is voluntary, and you may choose to drop out of the study at any time, without penalty.
If you have any questions about the study, call the investigator. Telephone numbers and other contact information for the investigators are generally contained within the consent form.
If you have any questions about your rights at The University of Mississippi as a research subject, or any concerns or complaints about a research study, please contact the IRB office at (662) 915-7482. You may also e-mail us at irb@research.olemiss.edu.
For more information, please see:
Office for Human Research Protections: Becoming a Research Volunteer: It’s Your Decision
Office for Human Research Protections: Questions to Ask
U. S. Food and Drug Administration: Clinical Trials