An overview of defense-related policy objectives focusing on military personnel matters and social policy changes. Key initiatives include reinstating service members dismissed over COVID-19 vaccine mandates and implementing restrictions on gender-related policies.
A detailed exploration of Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulations reveals a complex web of federal, state, and institutional requirements for human subjects research, with rules extending far beyond medical studies to encompass even simple surveys and dietary experiments. The regulatory framework combines Common Rule requirements, FDA regulations, and state laws, creating an intricate system that affects researchers both within and outside traditional institutions.