Accelerating Ethical Research Approvals

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Rapid IRB delivers immediate IRB determination letters for Exempt Research and Quality Improvement / Practice-Based Research.

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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 Determination

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

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.

Instantaneous Results

Get valid IRB determinations immediately, eliminating delays and accelerating your research timeline.

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.

What Our Clients Say

Trusted by researchers, healthcare leaders, and institutions worldwide

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…

Laura Kim, MPH

Director of Clinical Innovation

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