The Parker University Research Center coordinates and develops a research agenda consistent with the overall mission of Parker University. This work has led to the establishment and advancement of the University within the scientific community and contributed strong, rigorous evidence that supports public health, the chiropractic profession, as well as education, business, and technology.
Our Mission
Conduct and promote high-quality and innovative research in human science.
Masters in Clinical Research
The MS in Clinical Research program at Parker University is dedicated to the innovation, development, and application of knowledge related to all aspects of clinical research. The mission of the program is to prepare health professionals to apply the knowledge and analytical skills to engage in clinical research, epidemiology, ethical and regulatory principles, and evidence-based healthcare.
Research Center Events
The Research Center puts out a newsletter each term that outlines upcoming events. If you are interested in receiving the newsletter or have other research related questions, please email research@parker.edu.
Research Team
Helping lead Parker University in the advancement of public health, the chiropractic profession, as well as education, business, and technology.
Adjunct Research Faculty
Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Parker University Research Center has a policy for the protection of human subjects from research risk as set forth in Title 45, Part 46, of the Code of Federal Regulations (45 CFR 46). The detailed and complete Standard Operating Procedural Manual is on file in the office of the Human Protections Administrator. It is the policy of Parker University that, except for those categories specifically exempted by 45 CFR 46, all research covered by this policy will be reviewed and approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) established under the policy regardless of the source of funding of the research.
Parker University Research Center has a policy for the protection of human subjects from research risk as set forth in Title 45, Part 46, of the Code of Federal Regulations (45 CFR 46). The detailed and complete Standard Operating Procedural Manual is on file in the office of the Human Protections Administrator. It is the policy of Parker University that, except for those categories specifically exempted by 45 CFR 46, all research covered by this policy will be reviewed and approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) established under the policy regardless of the source of funding of the research.
IRB approval must be obtained before initiation of a study. The Human Protections Administrator assesses applications to determine if they involve human subject research; if so, the HPA will determine if the research meets criteria for Exemption under 45 CFR 46. All research that is not exempt is sent to the IRB for its consideration; research may be expedited if criteria is met, or reviewed by the full board.
The IRB functions as an institutional resource to safeguard the welfare of human subjects of research, to meet the requirement of funding agencies, and to protect investigators and the University from legal action.
The IRB membership consists of 9 individuals including the Chair. The membership includes faculty or professional personnel, and at least one member who is not otherwise affiliated with the University and who is not part of the immediate family of a person affiliated with the University.
Current IRB Members
• Rick Robinette: Chair
• Vanessa Morales: Vice-Chair
• Dana Hollandsworth
• Darren Howland
• Michael Gottlieb: Public Member
• Katie Hartlieb
• Drew Riffe
• Michael Moore
• Arlette Peterson: Public Member
• Dr. Dana Lawrence (exofficio): Human Protections Administrator
• Zak Monier: Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Information about the IRB can be provided by contacting Dr. Dana Lawrence, dlawrence@parker.edu
Support Our Research
Parker University provides many unique opportunities for learning outside the classroom, recognizing there’s much more to education than academics.