Committee Membership

The IBC must be comprised of at least 5 members, at least two of which are not affiliated with FIU. Collectively the committee must possess experience with and expertise in recombinant DNA technology and animal containment principles. In addition, experience with plant pathogens or plant pest containment principles (Appendix P) or with recombinant DNA research involving human participants (Appendix M) is required if recombinant DNA research in these areas is planned or ongoing at the institution.

If you have any questions concerning IBC policies or procedures, please e-mail us at the FIU IBC. You may also directly contact the IBC representative in your Department or College, using the e-mail addresses listed below.

IBC Members Department Contact Phone #
Kelly Rein, IBC Chairperson Chemistry & Biochemistry (305) 348-6682
Tamece Knowles, Biosafety Officer Environmental Health & Safety (305) 348-2621
Timothy Allen, IBC Member Psychology (305) 348-2868
Mauricio Rodriguez-Lanetty, IBC Member Biological Sciences (305) 348-4922
Yuan Liu, Alternate IBC Member Chemistry & Biochemistry (305) 348-3628
Nazira El-Hage, Alternate IBC Member Immunology, COM (305) 348-0674
Community Members
George Duncan, Broward County Sheriff’s Office
Donald McCorquodale, Non-affiliated Community Member
Ex-Officio Members/Administration
(Non-Voting)
Department Contact Phone #
Barbara Rodriguez, Associate Director, Office of Research Integrity Office of Research and Economic Development (305) 348-2494
Christopher Grayson, Director, Office of Research Integrity Office of Research and Economic Development (305) 348-8379