Introducing Berkeley eProtocol
Berkeley eProtocol is a user-friendly, online system for submitting, tracking, reviewing, and approving OPHS/CPHS human research protocols. Berkeley eProtocol will replace the current paper-based process, starting with the exempt review process and expanding to expedited and full committee applications as it is rolled out over the coming months.
Read more about Berkeley eProtocol.
Reviewing Exempt Applications and Non-Exempt Xlab Applications
We are now using Berkeley eProtocol for the review of exempt applications and Experimental Social Science Laboratory (Xlab) applications. If your project does not qualify for exempt status or fit within the scope of the Xlab Master Protocol, you will need to submit a paper application for review in the old-fashioned way. We strongly recommend that you discuss your project with an OPHS analyst before submitting an application via eProtocol.
For information about research that qualifies for review under the Xlab Master Protocol, see Information for Researchers: The Xlab.
For information about what it means to qualify as exempt, categories, and examples of exempt research, see the CPHS Guidelines on Exempt Research.
What Do You Think About eProtocol?
Berkeley eProtocol is a work in progress. Help us to better facilitate the review process for you by sending comments, complaints, and compliments to OPHS eProtocol Project Manager Maria Savage (mcsavage@berkeley.edu).
Click on the link below and log in with your CalNet ID. Note: Berkeley eProtocol uses CalNet authentication. Persons not affiliated with UC Berkeley must be entered in the Human Resources Management System and obtain a CalNet ID to access Berkeley eProtocol.
1. Create a New Exempt Protocol
2. Create a New Non-Exempt Xlab Protocol
4. Check Application for Completeness
5. Submit Protocol Application
6. Resubmit a Returned Application
8. View and Print Approved Protocols
9. View Protocol Review History and Approval Letter
10. Start an Amendment Application
Expedited Reviewers
(Chairs, Vice Chairs, Designated Reviewers)
1. Review Protocol and Write Comments
2. Review Response to Comments
CPHS Primary and Secondary Reviewers
(CPHS-I and CPHS-II Members)
Coming Soon
Contacts for Help with Berkeley eProtocol
For questions about exempt applications and the exempt review process, contact:
- Krystal Bozeman, OPHS eProtocol Analyst
Telephone (510) 642-1674
Email kmbozeman@berkeley.edu
- Colleen Kohashi, OPHS eProtocol Analyst
Telephone (510) 642-7462
Email ckohashi@berkeley.edu
For questions about Xlab applications and the Xlab review process, contact:
- Brenda Naputi, Xlab Administrator
Telephone (510) 642-8780
Email naputi@haas.berkeley.edu
For questions about how the system works or help with technical difficulties/problems, contact:
- Maria Savage, OPHS eProtocol Project Manager
Telephone (510) 643-0954
Email mcsavage@berkeley.edu