Checking the Status of a Submission

You can see a diagram showing the IRB review status (state) of your submission by opening the submission and viewing the submission workpsace (webpage). The bubble shaded orange indicates the present status in the workflow. For example, the following image indicates that this submission has been sent (submitted) to the IRB office for review and IRB review is not yet completed:

Image of a workflow which also displays in submission workspaces

To find out more about what each status (state) means, please view the ESTR Glossary.

You can easily open your submission from one of the following lists (depending on its status):

  • My Inbox
  • IRB In-Review Studies
  • IRB Active Studies

For instructions about opening your submission from these lists, see Accessing a Submission.

Research Administration and Compliance Suite Office Hours (ESTR-IRB, Agreements-DUA, Data Safety, OAIR)

The system support team is available during regular office hours to provide one-on-one time to demonstrate system functions, provide training, answer questions, and collect feedback. Sessions cover the entire suite (ESTR-IRB, Agreements-DUA, Data Safety, and OAIR) and are customized based on the registrant preference. 

Office hours are open:
• Tuesdays: 10:00am ET - 11:00am ET
• Thursdays: 3:00pm ET - 4:00pm ET

Please schedule time with us!
1. Visit the Bookings page (linked here) 
2. Choose a time.  Available times (not already booked) will display for 30-minute increments.
3. Share your name and email
4. Click "Book" at the bottom of the page. 

After completing the steps through Bookings, you will receive a confirmation email/calendar invitation reserving the time.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at estrhelp@harvard.edu.