IRB Requirements & Submission Process module now available on LENS!
15 May 2026
This e-learning module was jointly developed by NHG Health and SingHealth to familiarise researchers with IRB requirements for preparing and submitting study applications to the NHG Health Domain Specific Review Board (DSRB) or SingHealth Centralised Institutional Review Board (CIRB) as applicable via the ECOS System.
The new ‘IRB Requirements & Submission Process’ module is now available on LENS (Accessible to NHG Health Staff)
This e-learning module was jointly developed by NHG HealthNHG Health Staff Guide: Self Enrol on LENS (IRB Requirements Module) (opens in new tab) and SingHealth to familiarise researchers with IRB requirements for preparing and submitting study applications to the NHG Health Domain Specific Review Board (DSRB) or SingHealth Centralised Institutional Review Board (CIRB) as applicable via the ECOS System.
Module Learning Objectives:
• Evaluate research activities to determine IRB requirements and prepare appropriate pre-submission documentation.
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of researchers and Institution.
• Understand the IRB application process.
• Understand the different IRB review categories and potential IRB review outcomes.
• Manage post-approval monitoring and reporting requirements and study closure procedures.
How to access:
• NHG Health Staff may self-register to access the module on LENS (opens in new tab)
Resources:
• NHG Health Staff Guide: Self Enrol on LENS (IRB Requirements Module) (opens in new tab)
• A revised guide for NHG Health DSRB partner institutions, other non-NHG Health staff and all will be made available soon here: DSRB Review Requirements & Process Guide