Office of Research Subjects

The safety and welfare of participants in human subjects research and compliance with regulations related to the involvement of animals in research has always been the foundation of research conducted at the University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS). Whether funded by federal agencies, industrial sponsors or institutional funds, all research projects receive careful review and consideration by the appropriate institutional representatives and committees. In the last few years, the research enterprise at UMMS has grown significantly. This research growth has lead to many significant scientific breakthroughs. We continuously work to maintain our high level of standards for oversight of research.

Information concerning institutional policies and procedures, federal regulations and guidelines and best practices can be accessed through the links below:

• Human Subjects
• Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) 
• Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)