The Office for Research Subject Protection, introduced in October 1999 and formerly known as the Animal and Human Studies Office, is the final common pathway for all investigators seeking approval for research involving animal or human subjects.

Our mission is to insure that all research subjects are protected from harm and unnecessary discomfort while involved in a research project. Our goal is to assist our research investigators to develop appropriate experimental protocols involving animal or human subjects in accordance with federal policy and within accepted ethical guidelines.