Research Education Lunch and Learn Series | Software and Medical Devices

August 26, 2026

This presentation will provide an overview and education on software and medical devices in research. 

Target Audience

Employees at Houston Methodist Hospital Research Institute 

Learning Objectives

Participant Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify when software used in research may meet the definition of a medical device
  • Recognize common gray areas (e.g., decision support tools, wellness apps, AI-drive outputs)
  • Apply quick screening questions to guide IRB review and escalation 

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Attendance
Course opens: 
08/14/2026
Course expires: 
08/26/2026
Event starts: 
08/26/2026 - 2:00pm CDT
Event ends: 
08/26/2026 - 3:00pm CDT
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Virtual Meeting
Houston, TX
United States

Virtual - ZOOM link with be provided to the registered participants.

Presenter(s) Info:

Rebecca R. Corrigan, MS, LATG, CPIA
Manager, IACUC
 
Israel Ramirez, MS, MBA
Director, Office of Grant Administration 

 

 

Human Research Protections Analyst

1.00 Attendance

Available Credit

  • 1.00 Attendance
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