The use of animals and human subjects is governed by the University in strict compliance with federal regulations. If the approval of a protocol is pending at the time of proposal submission, it must be approved before an award is made. Most sponsors will allow the University to submit a notice of approval of a human or animal subjects protocol after the submission of a proposal, but before receipt of award. Some federal agencies specify a 60-day period after submission in which to provide a notice of approval from the University. The use of recombinant DNA is strictly regulated by the federal government.
Departments affected by the regulations have guidelines available.
Also see the Institutional Biosafety Committee's home page . Hazardous Wastes Hazardous wastes include infectious, radioactive, carcinogenic, teratogenic, mutagenic, corrosive, and combustible substances. Handling, shipping, and disposition of hazardous materials and waste are federally regulated. Departments affected by the regulations have guidelines available. Check with your Research Support contact .