When you have finished reading this module, visited the various links provided, and answered the self-test questions, you should be able to:
1.Discuss the context in which protections for human research subjects arose in the United States
2. Refer to the appropriate federal regulations and rules and EMU policies and procedures that affect your research at EMU
3. Understand the issues examined that determine whether or not a balance exists between the risks to human subjects and the benefits of research outcomes
4. Know how to apply for the review of your research proposal by the appropriate Human Subjects Review Committee.
