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The Office of Responsible Research Practices (ORRP) provides administrative support to the university research community and the review boards responsible for research oversight.  The ORRP staff helps OSU faculty, staff, and student researchers navigate regulations governing research in a way that fosters ethical conduct, ensures compliance, and minimizes administrative burden.

The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) oversees the responsible use of animals in university research and instructional activities.

The Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) reviews projects involving recombinant DNA and biohazards.

The Institutional Review Board (IRB) reviews human subjects research proposals to ensure adequate protections are in place before humans participate in research.