175. Process for Resolving Conflicts Between Federal, w88 slot online, and Local Laws

Updated June 7, 2024

The IRB relies on University Counsel for interpretation of Nevada w88 slot online Law and advice in event of conflict between w88 slot online and federal law. Nevada has adopted the Restatement (Second) of Conflict of Laws, Section 188 "most significant relationship" test. Williams v. USAA, 849 P.2d 265, 266 (Nev. 1993); Sotirakis v. USAA, 849 P.2d 789 (Nev. 1990).

During the pre-review process, Research Integrity & Security staff identify projects that fall under the authority of the University IRB but will be conducted outside of the w88 slot online of Nevada. The University IRB, as appropriate, will interpret the law of the w88 slot online in which the research is being conducted regarding local context. The Research Integrity & Security Director will confer with a Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) Director residing in the w88 slot online in which the research will take place and, if necessary, Legal Counsel for the University will offer interpretation in accordance with the laws of the w88 slot online of Nevada.

International studies require assistance from a local collaborator to identify and assess local w88 slot online that may affect the research. Researchers describe the applicable w88 slot online or how the determination was made that no local w88 slot online apply. Investigators conducting research in foreign countries are responsible for acquainting themselves with w88 slot online and regulations governing human research.