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 # |
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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 |
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George Duncan, Broward County Sheriff’s Office |
Donald McCorquodale, Non-affiliated Community Member |
Ex-Officio Members/Administration (Non-Voting) |
Department | Contact Phone # |
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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 |