IBC Registration Process

Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) protocol registrations are submitted via DASH Research Safety. The IBC recommends submitting protocols 30 days prior to the anticipated commencement of activities to allow appropriate time for review by the IBC. Investigators must receive approval from the IBC before initiating any activities.

The biosafety protocol registration process involves providing the IBC with a risk assessment and information about physical and biological containment approaches, work and safety practices, and other details about planned activities. This information is captured in the protocol submission process within DASH Research Safety. Click here. for Information on how to fill out and submit the protocol within DASH Research Safety.

If activities will involve recombinant or synthetic nucleic acid (rsNA) molecules, please reference the NIH Guidelines as you fill out the form. Additional resources for identifying risk group levels and appropriate safety precautions are available on the Resources page.

Throughout the IBC review process, DASH Research Safety-generated emails will be sent to inform investigators of key action items, such as IBC requests for additional information, modifications to the protocol and IBC determinations. Please be sure to monitor your email and/or DASH Research Safety for these notifications.

Approved protocols are active for up to three years from the approval date, provided there are no major changes to the scope of the activities and the investigator completes the required Continuing Reviews by the due dates.

The IBC meets on the 4th Monday of each month (or as needed) to review protocol registration submissions. If you have questions about the registration process, please contact [email protected] — the IBC Administrator or IBC Chair will be happy to assist.