Viral Vector and Gene Delivery Methods Supplemental for Biological Use Authorization (BUA) Application
Updated Bloodborne Pathogens Training Course
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) launched the revamped course Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) for Researchers Online! The updated version offers enhanced language, visuals, and interactivity to provide a more engaging and informative learning experience. This updated course reflects the latest best practices and regulatory requirements, ensuring that lab workers, researchers, professors, and students receive the most relevant and valuable training possible.
Recombinant Microorganism Supplemental for Biological Use Authorization (BUA)
Wildtype Microorganism Supplemental for Biological Use Authorization (BUA)
Approval required for use of recombinant or synthetic DNA or RNA in animals
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) reminds researchers that all research with biohazardous agents at the University of Washington requires review and approval by the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), and a Biological Use Authorization (BUA) from EH&S is required.
Revised NIH Guidelines address research involving gene drive modified organisms
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) published revisions to the NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules (NIH Guidelines). The published changes include specific considerations and requirements for conducting research involving gene drive modified organisms (GDMOs) and stipulates that a minimum of biosafety level 2 (BSL-2) is required for conducting research with GDMOs.
Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis Virus (LCMV) lab-adapted strains Medical Management Plan
Bloodborne Pathogens Training Resources
A list of resources to supplement Environmental Health & Safety's Bloodborne Pathogens for Non-Researchers course. Provided in English and Spanish.