Research with Recombinant DNA
Southern Methodist University is committed to the safe, legal, and ethical use of Recombinant DNA (rDNA) in its facilities. Acting as an agent for the University in regulating work involving such materials, the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) will ensure that research involving rDNA meets all applicable safety, legal, and ethical requirements.
Research HandbookDetails about the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) and oversight process can be found in the Research Handbook. |
Electronic IBC Management Software: Axiom MentorResearch Compliance is in the process of implementing the IBC module of the Mentor Electronic Management System. More information coming soon. |
Environmental Health and SafetyResearch Compliance works closely with Environmental Health and Safety to provide guidance, oversight, and training regarding work with rDNA. |
Committee InformationIBC meetings are scheduled on an as-needed basis. 
Pia Vogel, PhD |