Genetically Modified Animals

Use of genetically modified animals (e.g. transgenic) or inducing genetic changes in animals require review and approval by the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) before IACUC approval is granted. The IACUC has established guidelines on the use of genetically modified animals.

May 2013 Update

Genetically Modified (Transgenic) Animals and the Use of Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules in Animals

FAQs for Research Subject to the NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules (NIH Guidelines)

Please contact the Office of Research Compliance and Biosafety if you have any questions regarding the proposed use of transgenic animals.