As artificial intelligence tools become integrated into research design, data analysis, recruitment, and participant interaction, IRBs face growing challenges in determining when and how AI use should be disclosed in informed consent.
In this continuing education program hosted by the Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research, Rutgers University’s Michelle Watkinson, CIP, Megan Ringel, Ph.D., and Nathan C. Walker, Ed.D., examine the development of a practical, section-by-section AI consent guide created by IRB educators and administrators to support researchers in providing transparent, context-appropriate disclosures. Attendees will explore common AI use cases, ethical and regulatory considerations, and adaptable strategies institutions can use to support meaningful consent without over- or under-disclosure.
Learning Objectives
You will learn how to:
- Identify common ways AI is currently used in human subjects research (e.g., data analysis, screening, chatbots, generative tools) and determine when AI use is ethically relevant to disclose in informed consent materials
- Apply a structured, participant-centered, consent-section based approach to guide researchers in describing AI use clearly, accurately, and proportionately
- Implement practical IRB oversight strategies such as consent prompts, review checklists, or template language to support consistent and transparent AI-related disclosures across diverse study types.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
1:00 to 2:00 PM Eastern
CE: 1 continuing education credit hour
Participants will receive a certificate of attendance that documents up to 1 continuing education credit hours for their attendance at this workshop. Certificates of attendance are useful for obtaining CE credits from professional associations. Each association’s guidelines for accepting CE credit hours (in-person or virtual) may differ. Please consult the appropriate association representative for information on if, and how many, CE credits from this PRIM&R workshop may be used. CIP® Credit: 1 continuing education credit hour: Participants holding the Certified IRB Professional (CIP®) credential may apply 1 continuing education credit hour towards CIP® recertification. Please refer to the CIP® recertification guidelines for additional information.
Presenters
Michelle Watkinson, CIP
HRPP IRB Communications and Training Manager, Rutgers University
Megan M. Ringel, Ph.D.
IRB Administrator, Human Research Protection Program, Rutgers University
Nathan C. Walker, Ed.D.
Principal Investigator, AI Ethics Lab; Lecturer II, Department of Philosophy & Religion