The mission of the Western Institutional Review Board is to Protect the Rights and Welfare of the Human Research Subject. \r\n\r\nTo accomplish our mission, we strive to: \r\n- Ensure that the risks of scientific advancement shall never outweigh the value of human life \r\n- Follow our traditions while embracing new technologies and practices \r\n- Maintain appropriate ethical conduct and regulatory compliance \r\n- Honor our hallmark of respect for all persons \r\n- Engage in a continuing quest for excellence