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The Office of the Vice Chancellor for

Research and Economic Development

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Ethics and Compliance


Research Policies

Our Policies on Research page has information on University and Federal guidelines for conducting research.

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Responsible Conduct of Research

This information is designed to inform faculty, research personnel, postdoctoral research associates, and students about policies and procedures at UNC-Chapel Hill that govern the conduct of research.

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Human Subjects Protection

Research at Carolina's Human Subjects Protection page has information on University and Federal guidelines for conducting research.

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Animal Subjects Protection

The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee is responsible for reviewing the use of live vertebrate animals in research and educational programs at the University.

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Health & Lab Safety

The Department of Environment, Health and Safety handles issues related to biological safety, industrial hygiene, radiation safety, fire safety, environmental affairs, workers' compensation, and workplace safety and training.

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