Animal Research
The University of Virginia requires that an animal research protocol be submitted for review and approval by the ACUC (Animal Care and Use Committee) before any investigator purchases/obtains and begins research involving vertebrate species. Any employee or student involved in animal research must also fulfill appropriate educational program requirements and enroll in the occupational health and safety program.
IACUC Website | IACUC Training Information
Biosafety
The IBC is responsible for reviewing all proposed University research and teaching activities conducted by faculty, staff, students and/or visiting scientists that involve the use of microorganisms; recombinant DNA experiments as defined by NIH Guidelines, materials derived from human and non human primates, and biological toxins (including human cell lines). Investigators are responsible for registering the possession or use of these materials with the IBC prior to the initiation of experiments. Registration is available online.
IBC Website | IBC Training
Questions about the IBC may be directed to the IBC Administrator.
Human Subjects
The University of Virginia is committed to protecting the rights and ensuring the safety of human subjects participating in research. This is done through two separate committees known as the Institutional Review Boards (IRB's), both of which operate under the Assurance of Compliance the University has filed with NIH as required by law. The Multiple Project Assurance (MPA) number for the University is M-1343.
The Institutional Review Board for Health Sciences Research IRB (HSR) reviews all medically invasive research conducted on human subjects.
IRB-HSR Website | IRB-HSR Human Subjects Online Training Module
The Social and Behavioral Sciences IRB (SBS) reviews all non-medical behavioral human research (studies which are considered medically non-invasive).
IRB-SBS Website | SBS Human Subjects Online Training Module
Radiation Safety
The Radiation Safety Office manages all aspects of the use of radioactive materials and radiation producing equipment at the University of Virginia. The Radiation Safety Office responsibilities extend to the hospital, medical school research and academic areas.
Radiation Safety Website | OEHS Training |
