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Instructions to the Student Researcher: An informed consent form should be developed in consultation with the
Adult Sponsor, Designated Supervisor or Qualified Scientist.
This form is used to provide information to the research subject (or parent/guardian) and to document written
informed consent, minor assent and/or parental permission.
• When written documentation is required, the researcher keeps the original, signed form.
• Students may use this form or may copy ALL elements of this form into a new document.
I am asking for your voluntary participation in my science fair project. Please read the following information
about the project. If you would like to participate, please sign in the appropriate box below.
Purpose of the project:
If you participate, you will be asked to:
Time required for participation:
Risks:
Benefits:
How confidentiality will be maintained:
If you have any questions about this study, feel free to contact:
Adult Sponsor: __________________________ Phone/email: ______________________________________
Voluntary Participation:
Participation in this study is completely voluntary. If you decide not to participate there will not be any negative
consequences. Please be aware that if you decide to participate, you may stop participating at any time and you may
decide not to answer any specific question.
By signing this form I am attesting that I have read and understand the information above and I freely give my consent/
assent to participate or permission for my child to participate.
Adult Informed Consent or Minor Assent Date Reviewed & Signed:
Printed Name of Research Subject: Signature:
Parental/Guardian Permission (if applicable) Date Reviewed & Signed:
Parent/Guardian Printed Name: Signature:
Sample of Informed Consent Form
