Cayuse:Introduction
Cayuse is a web-based system used to process all research applications submitted to the Institutional Review Board (IRB). At East Texas A&M, Cayuse serves as our all-in-one platform for online application submission, real-time submission tracking, review, post-approval compliance activities and data management. Additionally, the system functions as a document repository, providing investigators with easy access to submission records and study documents.
Do I have to use Cayuse?
Yes. The Institutional Review Board will ONLY accept research applications through Cayuse.
How do I sign up for Cayuse?
East Texas A&M Faculty Access
If you are a faculty member at East Texas A&M, you have been entered automatically into Cayuse. You may navigate to Cayuse and begin your protocol.
External Faculty Access
If you need to add a faculty member outside East Texas A&M, email Maria Carlson with the following information:
- Faculty Name
- External Affiliation
East Texas A&M Student Access
If you are a student at East Texas A&M, email Maria Carlson with the following information:
- Student Name
- Email address
- CWID
What is the link for Cayuse?
Access Cayuse.
Faculty Login Credentials:
Faculty may log in using your SSO credentials.
Student Login Credentials
Students may log in using your myLEO credentials.
How do I start my submission?
To start your submission, log in to Cayuse using one of the methods described above. Next, select “Human Ethics” from the drop-down menu on the top right-hand side of the page.
What if this is a student thesis or dissertation and I am the advisor?
For projects involving students, including student investigators and/or project personnel, please email Maria Carlson with the following information so they can be added to the system:
- Student Name
- Email Address
- CWID
For student theses or dissertations, the student investigator should be listed as Co-PI so that they can access the submission. Students who are not completing a dissertation or thesis project should be listed as additional personnel.
How can I get help?
For helpful instructions on how to use Cayuse, visit: Cayuse Help Center – Human Ethics
You can also email Dr. Maria Carlson.