How can researchers obtain approval to perform hESC research that is ineligible for federal funding?
The same process must be followed for all stem cell research (embryonic/adult; eligible/ineligible). Parallel to submitting a Grant Application, a researcher must complete a copy of the ” UCSF Human Stem Cell Research Supplement” and the “Request Approval for Use of Equipment in Non-Registry hESC Activity” and return to Associate Vice Chancellor Research, Box 0407 . [Copies are available at http://www.research.ucsf.edu/SC/index.asp] This form requires information on space and equipment proposed for use in the research project Note: To facilitate easy review, Office of Research will forward the forms to all the appropriate units and provide the PI with the final outcome.
