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Which committee is responsible for the initial review of student research projects to guarantee the health and well-being of the student researcher?

Display & Safety Committee (D&S)
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)
Scientific Review Committee (SRC) (correct)

A student's research involves using a genetically modified organism. Which of the following committees would primarily review the project to ensure proper containment and safety protocols are in place?

Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) (correct)
Display & Safety Committee (D&S)
Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)

Which organization would a researcher consult to obtain information regarding the safe handling, storage, and disposal of a particular chemical used in their experiment?

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) (correct)
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

A high school student is conducting research involving human subjects. Which review board is primarily responsible for protecting the rights and welfare of these participants?

Institutional Review Board (IRB) (B) Signup and view all the answers

A researcher wants to patent a novel scientific discovery. Which agency should they contact?

United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) (B) Signup and view all the answers

A researcher is planning a study that requires regulated research institution approval. What does RRI stand for?

Regulated Research Institution (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which organization sets standards and guidelines for laboratory practices to prevent infections?

BMBL: Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios would most likely require review by an Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)?

A study involving the surgical implantation of a medical device in laboratory rats. (B) Signup and view all the answers

A researcher is working with a potentially hazardous biological agent (PHBA). What is the primary concern that necessitates implementing strict safety protocols?

Minimizing the risk of exposure and potential harm to personnel and the environment. (A) Signup and view all the answers

A research project involves using recombinant DNA (rDNA) technology. What is the primary concern that necessitates review by the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)?

Minimizing the risk of unintended release or environmental impact. (C) Signup and view all the answers

A student wants to display potentially hazardous items to the public at ISEF. Which committee reviews if this is allowed?

Display & Safety Committee (D&S) (A) Signup and view all the answers

A researcher discovers a novel antibiotic during their study. Which agency should they consult regarding the process of bringing this new drug to market?

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) (D) Signup and view all the answers

A laboratory is classified as Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3). What does this designation primarily indicate?

The laboratory handles agents that can cause serious or potentially lethal disease through inhalation. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which organization oversees the use of animals in veterinary practices?

AVMA: American Veterinary Medical Association (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which agency or committee is most concerned with the ethical use and care of animals used in scientific research?

Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) (D) Signup and view all the answers

A researcher is conducting a study that may impact endangered species. Which agency should they consult to ensure compliance with environmental regulations?

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) (C) Signup and view all the answers

A new business wishes to produce and sell alcoholic beverages. Which US agency regulates this activity?

Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) (D) Signup and view all the answers

A research facility is handling radioactive materials. Which agency is responsible for regulating the safe handling, storage, and disposal of these materials?

Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) (C) Signup and view all the answers

A food processing plant is concerned about maintaining sanitary conditions and preventing foodborne illnesses. Which agency provides guidelines and regulations for food safety?

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following agencies is primarily responsible for regulating workplace safety and health standards in the United States?

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

ISEF

International Science and Engineering Fair, a global science competition for students.

SRC

Scientific Review Committee: Reviews research projects to ensure safety and ethical compliance.

IRB

Institutional Review Board: Reviews research involving human subjects to protect their rights and welfare.