The Importance of Subject Protection in Research - Vice President for Research Jorge V. Jose

The University at Buffalo is deeply committed to adhering to the highest ethical standards for all research conducted at our institution. These standards apply to all who are involved in the research and scholarly process.

UB Human Research Protection Program The UB Human Research Protection Program endeavors to ensure that the rights and well-being of research volunteers are protected to the greatest extent possible following the dictum of the World Medical Organization: "In research on man, the interest of science and society should never take precedence over considerations related to the well-being of the subject." The program is fully accredited by the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs (AAHRPP) meeting standards of excellence that exceed federal requirements. Program Overview Review Boards (IRBs) Children & Youth IRB Health Sciences IRB Social & Behavioral Sciences IRB Protocol Submission Educational Requirements & Resources Training and Development Principles, Policies, and Regulations Staff Contacts

UB Animal Care Program The use of animal subjects in scientific and educational activities is governed by professional standards of ethical conduct as well as by federal and state regulations which reflect the concerns of society for their humane treatment. UB's Animal Care Program and Laboratory Animal Facilities are fully accredited by the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) - the highest standard in animal care. Overview Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Protocol Review Criteria Training Requirements Submission of Application IACUC Forms Staff Contacts