Participant Rights & Responsibilties

Your Role Matters. Your Rights Come First.

At Phronetik, we believe research participation is a partnership—one built on trust, transparency, and respect. If you are considering enrolling in a study or are already a participant, this page outlines your rights and responsibilities as a valued contributor to our mission to improve health through science.

Your Rights as a Research Participant

As a research participant at Phronetik, you have the right to:

🔹 Be Informed
You have the right to receive clear, complete information about the study’s purpose, procedures, risks, benefits, and alternatives before deciding whether to participate.

🔹 Give Voluntary Consent
Your participation is completely voluntary. You may choose to join—or not—and you may withdraw from the study at any time without penalty or loss of benefits.

🔹 Ask Questions
You can ask questions at any time before, during, or after the study. Our staff is here to help you understand every aspect of your participation.

🔹 Have Your Privacy Protected
We are committed to protecting your personal and health information. Research involving identifiable data is reviewed carefully to meet federal and ethical privacy standards.

🔹 Be Treated with Respect
You will be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of your background, health status, or decision to participate.

🔹 Report Concerns Without Fear
If you have concerns, complaints, or feel your rights have not been respected, you may contact our IRB or Office for Research directly. Your identity will be protected.

📞 HRPP Helpline: (844) 871.3575
📧 Email: osr@phronetik.com

Your Responsibilities as a Research Participant

As a participant, you also have important responsibilities:

✔️ Ask Questions
Make sure you understand the study before agreeing to take part. Ask about anything that’s unclear.

✔️ Follow the Study Plan
If you choose to enroll, try to follow all instructions from the research team. Let them know if something becomes difficult or changes.

✔️ Communicate Honestly
Tell the study team about your health, medications, or anything that might affect the research. Your honesty helps protect your safety.

✔️ Keep Appointments or Notify the Team
If you can’t attend a scheduled visit or procedure, let the team know as early as possible.

✔️ Report Side Effects or Issues Promptly
Let the team know immediately if you experience side effects, discomfort, or unexpected problems during the study.

How to Learn More or Raise a Concern

We are committed to addressing your questions and concerns quickly, confidentially, and without retaliation. If you want to know more about your rights or report a problem, contact:

Phronetik Office for Research

Office of Sponsored Research
📧 osr@phronetik.com
📞 (844) 871.3575
🌐 www.research.phronetik.com

You can also contact the Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) at the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services:
🌐 www.hhs.gov/ohrp

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