This web page contains helpful resources and guidance to support FIU IBC Members in the effective and efficient review of protocols. Instructions on how to review a protocol have been included to aid in protocol review. This page also includes links to background materials relevant to Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid regulations.

IBC Member Standards

Members of the IBC provide an invaluable service to the FIU research community. Faculty, staff and community members participating on IBCs have an obligation to maintain the highest standards of judgment relative to their duties as members.

IBC Member Calendars

The meetings are tentatively scheduled to take place on the first Wednesday of each month at 4:00 PM in MARC 412 (time and location are subject to change).

IBC Member Review Guides

The TOPAZ Reviewing Protocols guides provide instructions on reviewing protocol applications through the online TOPAZ system. The ‘Full Guide’ provides a very detailed overview of the TOPAZ system (including screenshots), while the ‘Quick Reference Guide’ serves as a good refresher for those members that are already familiar with using the system.

• TOPAZ Reviewing Protocols (Full Guide)
• TOPAZ Reviewing Protocols (Quick Reference Guide)

IBC Member Additional Resources

• IBC Protocol Risk Assessment and Determination of NIH Guidelines
• NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules
• Biosafety, Biosecurity, and Emerging Biotechnology Policy Division
• Federal Select Agent Program
• Agricultural Select Agent Program (USDA)
• CDC Biosafety Website