Hi everyone, I’m preparing to submit a study proposal and would really appreciate some advice about working with a research board (IRB) — especially at medical institutions here in Pakistan. This will be my first time going through the process, and I’m unsure about what reviewers typically look for in terms of ethical considerations, consent documentation, patient safety measures, and protocol quality. If you’ve gone through this before—whether at a university hospital, a research institute like AKUH, NIBD, or any other center—could you share how long the review process took, what the most common reasons for revisions were, and any tips to make the submission stronger from the start? Also, how helpful was the communication with the board members or coordinators, and were there any surprises along the way? Any honest insights would be incredibly helpful for someone trying to navigate the research board/IRB process more confidently.