Amendments and Changes to Protocols

If, at any time, a change in protocol is needed, an “Animal Use Minor Amendment” form must be submitted (hard copy or electronically) and approved by the IACUC before applying this change to the protocol. The IACUC recognizes that research is dynamic and creative, however, during the course of the project, variances must be justified and described in writing to the IACUC and prospectively approved by the IACUC.

A change in species is not considered “minor” and therefore, an application form would need to be submitted for IACUC review and approval.

Changes to protocols involving the use of a biohazardous agent, e.g. radioisotope, toxic chemical, would also require the approval of other University oversight committees, such as Radiation Safety Committee or the Biosafety Committee before the IACUC would approve the changes to the animal protocol.

Amendments can be submitted at any time and are reviewed as received.

Submit all amendment forms to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, 150 Parker Hall, South Campus or to IACUC@research.buffalo.edu.