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Powerful Tools for Research Compliance

Our comprehensive suite of tools helps you navigate the complex landscape of research ethics and regulatory compliance for low-risk studies.

QIPR Tool

Determine if your project qualifies as Quality Improvement

Get an instant determination for your Quality Improvement and Practice-based Research projects with our expert-designed assessment tool.

Exempt Determination Tool

Check if your research qualifies for exempt status

Receive an instantaneous and valid exempt determination under federal regulations for low-risk research studies.

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Why Choose Rapid IRB?

We combine expert knowledge with innovative technology to accelerate ethical research approvals and reduce barriers to innovation.

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Retain Research Rights

Maintain full ownership and rights to your research while ensuring complete regulatory compliance.

Valid & Compliant

Our determinations meet all federal requirements, providing the ethical oversight your research needs.

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As a researcher and healthcare leader, I value efficiency, clarity, and professionalism. RapidIRB delivers on all three. The platform is intuitive, the support team is responsive, and the process is streamlined…

Reneè Roberts-Turner, DHA, MSN, RN, NE-BC, CPHQ

Owner and Principal, Renee Roberts-Turner, LLC

RapidIRB is a game-changer for academic researchers like myself who often face long delays and opaque processes with traditional IRBs. I was impressed by how quickly I received a determination…

Dr. Michael Tran, PhD

Academic Researcher

As the Director of Clinical Innovation for a multi-site healthcare system, I was looking for a solution that would support fast, compliant IRB reviews without adding extra layers of complexity…

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Director of Clinical Innovation

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QIPR Tool

$79 one-time payment

Perfect for Quality Improvement and Practice-based Research projects

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Exempt Determination Tool

$199 one-time payment

Ideal for low-risk research studies requiring exempt status

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