橘子视频鈥檚 IACUC oversees the ethical care and use of animals in research and teaching. We support investigators with guidance, training, protocol review, and federal compliance.
Questions? Email irb@georgiasouthern.edu or call 912-478-5465.
Quick Links
- Committee Member Review Guides听鈥� National guidance and regulations for wildlife and laboratory animal protocols.
- Frequently Asked Questions听鈥� Timelines, review types (FCR/DMR), meeting schedule, amendments, and common pitfalls.
- Forms听鈥� Applications, amendments, exemptions, extensions/terminations, essential personnel, appendices, checklists, SOP template, and more.
- Medical Clearance听鈥� Occupational health requirements, who participates, step-by-step instructions for faculty, students, visitors, and non-GS collaborators.
- Meeting Dates & Deadlines听鈥� Submission cutoff dates, monthly agenda details, and notes on summer/December schedules.
- Procedures听鈥� Administrative procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including facility access, PPE, emergency procedures, and zebrafish/aquatics coverage.
- Tetanus Booster听鈥� How students can view their Tdap date in Eagle OSH via My.GeorgiaSouthern.edu.
How the IACUC Helps
- Compliance & Ethics听鈥� Ensures alignment with the Animal Welfare Act, PHS Policy, OLAW guidance, and AVMA standards.
- Protocol Review听鈥� Full Committee Review (FCR) and Designated Member Review (DMR) based on project scope and risk.
- Training & Resources听鈥� CITI training, medical/occupational health guidance, and researcher forms.
- Facility Support听鈥� Procedures for access, inspections, emergency planning, and essential personnel lists.
Getting Started (New Investigators)
- Complete required CITI training听(鈥淲orking with the IACUC鈥� and any technique-specific modules).
- Prepare medical clearance听(see Medical Clearance page for your role).
- Submit the IACUC Application听with any required appendices.
- Check meeting dates & deadlines听to plan your timeline.
- Monitor email for revisions鈥攖imely responses speed up approvals.
Accessibility & Support
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