The Office of Research Compliance (ORC) provides central administration to the Institutional Board (IRB) and the Institutional Care and Use Committee (IACUC) serving as the primary point of contact for all related issues. The ORC communicates with investigators regarding committee decisions, maintains records and facilitates on-going auditing of approved protocols. The ORC also offers faculty consultation on protocol preparation and general compliance issues, as well as the following services:

• Pre-review of protocols and consent forms to identify potential problems and suggest ways to address them before full board review (includes a discussion of risks and benefits, informed consent, recruiting subjects, advertising, privacy and confidentiality);
• Individual and departmental education/training on the protection of research subjects;
• Assistance with the use of IRB and IACUC guidelines and research forms;
• Preparation of needed documents (Certification or Assurances)