28 CFR §512.12
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When submitting a research proposal, the applicant shall provide the following information:
- (a)A summary statement which includes:
- (1)Name(s) and current affiliation(s) of the researcher(s);
- (2)Title of the study;
- (3)Purpose of the project;
- (4)Location of the project;
- (5)Methods to be employed;
- (6)Anticipated results;
- (7)Duration of the study;
- (8)Number of subjects (staff/inmates) required and amount of time required from each; and
- (9)Indication of risk or discomfort involved as a result of participation.
- (b)A comprehensive statement which includes:
- (1)Review of related literature;
- (2)Detailed description of the research method;
- (3)Significance of anticipated results and their contribution to the advancement of knowledge;
- (4)Specific resources required from the Bureau;
- (5)Description of all possible risks, discomforts, and benefits to individual subjects or a class of subjects, and a discussion of the likelihood that the risks and discomforts will actually occur;
- (6)Description of steps taken to minimize any risks described in (b)(5) of this section.
- (7)Description of physical and/or administrative procedures to be followed to:
- (8)Description of any anticipated effects of the research project on institutional programs and operations; and
- (9)Relevant research materials such as vitae, endorsements, sample informed consent statements, questionnaires, and interview schedules.
- (c)A statement regarding assurances and certification required by 28 CFR part 46, if applicable.