How frequently should the IACUC review research protocols?
Under PHS Policy the maximum interval between IACUC review and approval is three years, i.e., a complete de novo review is required at least every three years. The review must encompass all of the criteria in the Policy at IV.C.1.a.-g. See references at A1, A2 and A6 for detailed guidance in how to satisfy this Policy requirement and the USDA requirement for annual review.
Under PHS Policy the maximum interval between IACUC review and approval is three years, i.e., a complete de novo review is required at least every three years. The review must encompass all of the criteria in the Policy at IV.C.1.a.-g. See references at A1, A2 and A6 for detailed guidance in how to satisfy this Policy requirement and the USDA requirement for annual review. [A1, A2, A6] • May the IACUC administratively extend approval of a project that has expired? No. IACUCs do not have authority to administratively extend approval beyond three years. When IACUC approval expires the protocol lacks valid approval. Continuation of animal activities in the absence of valid approval is a serious and reportable violation of PHS Policy (see NOT-OD-05-034). [A1, A6, A11] • What are the possible methods of IACUC approval? There are only two valid methods of IACUC review allowed by the PHS Policy: (1) full-committee review by a convened quorum of the members of the IACUC, or (2) designated memb
