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Procedure for Requesting Data or Specimens

Step #1.

Fill out the Application for Data/Specimens - Prostate SPORE and submit to:

Michelle Pattison, Program Administrator, Prostate SPORE
m-pattison@northwestern.edu

Step #2.

Provide proof of IRB approval or exemption.

If the project for which you are seeking specimens or data has already been approved by your IRB or if you have been granted an exemption, please proceed to step 3.

If your project has not yet been approved or granted an exemption, please follow the instructions below.

If your research is being conducted at Northwestern University: The project for which you are requesting specimens or data will need Northwestern University IRB approval or exemption. An exemption may be granted if you are requesting de-identified data or specimens that cannot be linked to the subject.

To request IRB approval or exemption, follow the Clinical Research Office New Protocol Submission Process. If you would like to prepare your own IRB submission, please see the Northwestern University IRB website for guidance.

If your research is being conducted at an outside institution: Please consult with your institution's IRB to obtain approval or an exemption.

Step #3.

After the IRB has approved your project or granted an exemption:

Fax (270-479-0888) or email your letter of approval or exemption to Michelle Pattison. You will be contacted regarding specimen/data disbursement within a week.

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