What You Need to Know to Participate

Informed Consent Form

Title of Study: [Insert Full Study Title]nia.nih.gov+7roanestate.edu+7medicine.hofstra.edu+7

Principal Investigator: [Full Name, Degree(s)]
Affiliation: [Institution/Organization Name]
Contact Information: [Phone Number, Email Address]medicine.hofstra.edu+3hrpp.umich.edu+3ora.missouristate.edu+3

Introduction and Purpose of the Study:
You are invited to participate in a research study conducted by [Principal Investigator's Name] from [Institution Name]. The purpose of this study is to [briefly describe the study's purpose in lay terms].medicine.hofstra.edu+1ora.missouristate.edu+1

Procedures:
If you agree to participate, you will be asked to [describe what participants will do, including duration and frequency of procedures]. Participation will take approximately [time commitment].medicine.hofstra.edu

Risks and Discomforts:
There are minimal risks associated with this study, including [list any potential risks or discomforts]. If you experience any discomfort, please inform the research team immediately.verywellhealth.com+4medicine.hofstra.edu+4ora.missouristate.edu+4

Benefits:
While there may be no direct benefits to you, your participation may contribute to a better understanding of [study topic], which could benefit others in the future.

Confidentiality:
All information collected in this study will be kept confidential. Data will be stored securely and only accessible to the research team. Your identity will not be revealed in any publication or presentation resulting from this study.

Compensation:
[State whether participants will receive compensation, and if so, describe the amount and form of compensation.]medicine.hofstra.edu

Voluntary Participation:
Your participation is entirely voluntary. You may choose not to participate or to withdraw from the study at any time without penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.hrpp.umich.edu+3medicine.hofstra.edu+3ora.missouristate.edu+3

Questions:
If you have any questions about this study, please contact [Principal Investigator's Name] at [contact information]. If you have questions about your rights as a research participant, you may contact [Institutional Review Board contact information].

Consent Statement:
By signing below, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the information provided above, have had the opportunity to ask questions, and agree to participate in this study.