Institutional review is a process used in research to ensure that the rights and welfare of human subjects are protected. This process involves a committee, known as an Institutional Review Board (IRB), that reviews research protocols to ensure they comply with ethical guidelines and regulations. The IRB assesses the risks and benefits of a study, as well as the informed consent process, to determine if the research is ethically sound and can proceed. The goal of institutional review is to protect research participants from harm and ensure that research is conducted ethically.