Results of Approved Projects

The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) Institutional Review Board (IRB) makes research findings available to the public, as required by the Code of Virginia § 32.1-162.19(E).

If a study is approved through expedited or full board review, the investigator must submit a summary of findings when the study is complete. These findings are published here.

For Investigators: How to Submit Results

When you share your research results, submit them to the IRB in one of these formats:

• Full research report or research brief
• Report abstract (1–2 pages)
• PowerPoint presentation
• Published journal article (PDF or link)

Each submission must include:

• Name of the Author(s)
• Full title of the study
• Date of completion, presentation or publication
• Study Close-Out Form (include IRB Study Number)

Questions? Contact irb@dss.virginia.gov.

Published Research Results

For studies approved by the IRB and completed before 2022, see Research and Planning Archives