Research support at NAU also includes specialized offices and staff to ensure that research is conducted safely and within the legal guidelines of the federal, state, and local governments. NAU also oversees the use of human subjects and animals in research help with safety training and chemical spill clean-up, removal of hazardous waste, procuring and monitoring use of radioisotopes, among other things

INSTITUTIONAL REVIEW BOARD (Use of Human Subjects)

The Institutional Review Board (IRB) for the Protection of Human Subjects in Research oversees all research conducted by faculty, staff, and students that involves humans as the subjects of a study. This includes research, research-related activities, and training projects with a research component.

INSTITUTIONAL ANIMAL CARE & USE COMMITTEE (Use of Animals in Research)

The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee helps all researchers at the university comply with federal regulations that govern the use of animals in research or education, including the Animal Welfare Act (AWA), the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Policy Manual and public statements, the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals (NRC), and OSHA and EPA regulations. The committee sets additional policies and operating procedures to address welfare concerns specific to the research programs on campus.

OFFICE OF REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

The Office of Regulatory Compliance (ORC) was formed in 2006 to coordinate oversight of all chemical, biological, radiation, hazardous waste, ergonomic, numerous OSHA based regulations and environmental safety programs at NAU. The ORC provides leadership in working with the campus community to ensure a safe and healthful working and learning environment.