Some agencies require the approval forms to be submitted by the application deadline, while others will accept approval after the deadline. Researchers should refer to the appropriate agency guidelines. If the proposed research involves any material or procedure which might pose a risk of infection, the proposal should be submitted to the Chair of the Faculty of Medicine Biohazards Safety Committee for approval. This committee has University- wide responsibility for reviewing such proposals. A signed approval form from this committee should accompany the grant application form when it is submitted to the Office of Research Services.
Some agencies allow for submission of approval forms following the application deadline.
In these cases, it is the researcher's responsibility to ensure that approval forms reach the funding agency on time. Some agencies require the University to monitor such approvals and research accounts will not be opened until such approvals are verified. Researchers should check agency guidelines. Further information can be obtained through Medical Research Services. 3.3.8 University Review and Required Signatures Obtain the necessary signatures from the Director or Department Chair and the Dean before submitting the application form to Research Services.