Committee for the Protection of
Human Subjects (CPHS)
Up to Research Resources | Frequently Asked Questions | Exempt Categories | Expedited Categories

Welcome to the home page for the University of Houston-Downtown’s Committee for the Protection of Human Subjects (CPHS). The University of Houston-Downtown is committed to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research and public service. At the same time, the University seeks to protect the welfare of persons who may be involved in research and training projects in accordance with the federal regulations, 45 CFR 46, and the ethical principles established by the Belmont Report  (Belmont Report Historical Archive).

All UHD faculty, staff or students who propose to engage in research activities involving the use of human subjects must have approval prior to the initiation of the project from the CPHS. The CPHS is responsible for safeguarding the rights and welfare of persons participating in research projects, whether funded or non-funded.

Any questions regarding the committee’s work or requests for the documents listed below but not yet posted on this website should be directed to the committee chair, Dr. Leigh Van Horn at 713 221 8991 or VanhornL@uhd.edu.

Frequently Asked Questions
UHD Policy Statement on Protection of Human Subjects
Meeting and Deadline Dates

Application for New Research
Application for Renewal
Application for Revision

Human Subjects Training
Procedures

Expedited and Exempt categories brief
Exempt Categories
Expedited Categories
Sample Informed Consent Documents
Human Subjects Presentation
Human Subject Regulations Decision Charts