Scholar 7-184493

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In the final session of Scholar 7, participants focus on submitting their application to the Institutional Review Board (IRB). The series comprised seven workshops supporting individuals in developing scholarly projects. Participants engaged in monthly meetings culminating in a complete application. The process involved hypothesis development using fun items, creating introductions, specific aims, preliminary data, material methods, conclusions, and reviewing the application for IRB submission. The session included a step-by-step walkthrough of submitting documents using IRIS software—covering study documents, personnel details, and application specifics. The importance of prepping documents, understanding each section, and possible IRB feedback was emphasized. Key learning outcomes included diligence in research, hypothesis development, and preparation for potential project revisions. Participants expressed confidence in teaching these skills to others, highlighting the importance of consistent effort, mentorship, and perseverance in scholarly endeavors. The emphasis was on the project’s robust design and planning stages to ensure a smooth submission process, with an acknowledgment of possible IRB modifications. Ultimately, the entire process, aimed at abstract presentation, poster development, and producing manuscripts, reflected the depth and commitment needed for successful academic research.

Keywords

IRB application

scholarly projects

hypothesis development

IRIS software

research diligence

academic research

project revisions

mentorship