Table 4.

IRB -Researcher Partnership to Address Return of Individual Genomic Results (ROR)

Opportunities and Issues to Consider for IRBs and genomic researchers: Provide collaborative education for IRB members and genomic researchers, including principles of genomics research and ethical/social/process implications of return Develop a common nomenclature of relevant terms Conduct ROR training using a spectrum of case-based scenarios Consider implications for local research participants, including implications for native or minority populations Conduct training in ROR risk/benefit analysis, including clinical and psychosocial assessment Consider logistics, infrastructure and resources needed for return of individual results Develop a management plan Implement and evaluate management plan Consider cross-site IRB-researcher partnerships and management plans