The Appalachian State University IRB Office is pleased to announce the launch of the App State IRB AI Proofreading Tool, a new resource designed to support faculty, staff, and students preparing Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications.
This innovative tool allows you to upload a PDF of your Cayuse IRB application and receive AI-generated feedback on your in-draft submission. Using Azure OpenAI, the tool provides suggestions on:
Major inconsistencies in your application
Overall clarity and quality of your responses
Whether your application may be suitable for Exemption
Please note: This tool does not replace the official IRB review process. All research involving human subjects must receive an official approval or exemption determination from the IRB Office before research procedures can begin.
If you have questions after receiving the AI-generated feedback, we encourage you to reach out to the IRB Office for guidance on your submission at irb@appstate.edu.
We hope this tool enhances your preparation process and supports the timely and thorough development and submission of your IRB applications.