Information and Guidance for Research Participants
1. How do I know if this is an NTU-IRB approved project?
Advertisements of approved NTU research projects will contain the following features:
i. NTU-IRB project number.
ii. NTU logo.
iii. Proper research title with specific recruitment criteria.
iv. Contact details of Investigator and NTU IRB (Tel: 6592 2495; Email: [email protected] ).
Before being enrolled into a study, participants will be asked to sign a consent form (unless it is an anonymous study, where the participant's name and contact information will not be collected in the survey response). This consent form will contain
the details and procedures of the research study, as well as the above 4 features.
2. Who can I seek out to confirm a study's veracity before participating in one of them?
Participants can check with the Principal Investigator (usually a faculty member) regarding the research.
If there are doubts or concerns regarding the project, potential participants can contact NTU IRB directly (Tel: 6592 2495; Email: [email protected]).
3. What resources can I refer to if I am experiencing psychological distress?
There are various support services available in Singapore to address critical issues such as suicidal thoughts, sexual harassment, family violence, drug abuse, and mental health. Please refer to our curated list here.