ATTTENTION
In order to reduce redundancies, RICRO and OSP have partnered up to develop new communication processes. Prior to account creation, OSP will reach out directly to the PI on file, to request a copy of the protocol approval letter if applicable. Below you will find several guides on how to retrieve your approval letter.
How to get your IBC protocol approval letter
How to get your IRB protocol approval letter
How to get your IACUC protocol approval letter
Our Mission
Colorado State University has a long-standing reputation for ethical conduct of research in all areas and takes pride in the quality and quantity of research performed on its campuses. The mission of the Research Integrity & Compliance Review Office (RICRO) is to provide assistance to researchers, staff, and the faculty oversight committees in maintaining an ethical environment for activities in the following research and teaching areas:
- Protection of human participants – Institutional Review Board (IRB)
- Protection of animal subjects – Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
Responsible use of biohazardous agents and rDNA – Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)
Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR)
Quality Assurance in Research (QA)
