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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Topics Available (jump to a topic by linking to one of the choices below: Do I Need to Submit? Do I Need to Submit?When am I required to submit to the IACUC? When using any vertebrate animal in activities under the auspice of The Pennsylvania State University as defined by the PSU Policy RA-15. Where can I obtain the IACUC Application Form? The IACUC Application form can either be downloaded here or a hard copy can be obtained from ORP at 201 Kern Building. What is the time period for the review of a proposal? All full reviews, which include new proposals, annual and three-year review, and protocol changes, require a seven working day review period. All observational protocols require a two working day review period. All minor protocol changes, including changes in the title, funding source, personnel, housing, animals numbers 10% less than the number originally approved, and animal source (provided the new source is either from a PSU IACUC approved protocol or approved vendor) require a one to two working day review period. Additional details can be found here. Who is required to complete the IACUC Basic Educational Seminar? All individuals, including faculty, staff, technicians and students, working with animals in activities under the auspice of The Pennsylvania State University. Who do I contact regarding the housing of animals? You can contact the following facility coordinators: Donna Carey at 865-1495 (small laboratory animals); Randy Swope at 863-3658 (livestock); Lester Griel, Jr. at 865-7696 (Mastitis); Dirk Wise at 863-0510 (poultry) After Submitting the Proposal and Approval is Granted...When should a protocol change be submitted to the IACUC? All protocol changes, no matter how minor, must be submitted to the IACUC for review and approval prior to the change being implemented. Does the approval of a protocol change/extend the original approval date? No. The approval expiration date is the same as originally approved or renewed. How do I renew my project for continued approval? Eight weeks before the approval expiration date, the Office for Research Protections (ORP) will send an annual project review form to the PI to complete and return to 201 Kern Building. Once ORP receives the annual project review form, it will be forwarded onto the IACUC for review and renewed approval. When does a three-year review form apply? A three-year review form applies after a project has been on file at ORP for three or more years. All modifications during those three years must be incorporated into the three-year review form. What do I do if my protocol expires or is withdrawn from consideration? If a protocol expires or is withdrawn from consideration, a new IACUC Application will need to be submitted for review and approval by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Federal regulations indicate that approval can only be granted for a one-year period. The Principal Investigator is responsible for ensuring that his/her approval does not lapse. How could my protocol expire or be withdrawn from consideration? A protocol will expire if the PI does not return his/her annual renewal (AR) form. If the PI returns his/her annual renewal form after the expiration date, the AR form cannot be accepted. A new IACUC Application will need to be submitted for review and approval by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. A protocol will be withdrawn from consideration either at the PI's request or if the PI fails to respond to two requests for additional information. In either case, a new IACUC Application will need to be submitted for review and approval by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Specific Animal Questions...Who do I need to contact to order laboratory animals? The Animal Resource Program (ARP) can be contacted at 865-1495 for the purchase of laboratory animals. When do I have to conduct a literature search for alternatives? According to Animal Welfare Act, Policy 12, animal procedures that may cause pain or distress require a literature search for alternatives. If I conduct a literature search for alternatives, what information do I need to submit to the IACUC about my search results? A minimal written narrative must include:
How do I report an animal concern? The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) has the responsibility for ensuring that all animals used in research, education, or testing activities at The Pennsylvania State University are treated humanely and in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. These activities are coordinated through the Office for Research Protections (ORP), which is located in 201 Kern Graduate Building. Concerns or questions related to projects involving animals conducted at or under the auspices of The Pennsylvania State University can be directed to the Director of Regulatory Affairs (Telephone: (814) 865-1775; Fax: (814) 863-8699; Email: ORProtections@psu.edu). The matter will be referred to the IACUC chairperson, the attending veterinarian, and if appropriate, the IACUC. These concerns or questions will be handled confidentially. Federal law prohibits the discrimination against persons that bring forth legitimate concerns for investigation. |