Our mission and purpose is to protect the rights and welfare of human subjects involved in research, as defined by Federal Regulation. As an advocate for the human research participant Independent IRB, Inc. upholds and adheres to the principles of The Belmont Report: Ethical Principles and Guidelines for the Protection of Human Subjects in Research by the National Commission for the Protection of Human Subjects in Biomedical and Behavioral Research (1979).

At Independent IRB, Inc. we believe that each research study participant is an individual, and each research study is unique. We are committed to protecting the rights, welfare and safety of each individual participating in a research study. We fulfill this commitment by providing guidance, education, and the tools for implementing a comprehensive human research protection program.

As an organization we believe that ethics through action guides every decision. We value our employees and our clients by respecting their unique attributes and needs. We strive to create an environment that promotes innovative thinking and empowers creative solutions.