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Conducting Research at the Atlanta VA
Like all institutions, the Atlanta VA Medical Center has policies and procedures regulating the conduct of research at its facility. AREF helps researchers navigate these sometimes confusing rules governing studies at federal institutions.

The Science Information Office (SIO) and the Human Studies Analyst act as resources for investigators, study coordinators, and laboratory personnel during the design and implementation of your projects. We encourage you to utilize these members of our team should you have any questions or need guidance.
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Research Submissions


Calendar & Deadlines | VA Biohazard Use

All LASIF submissions to the VA Subcommittee for Research Safety (SRS) are due at NOON on the dates listed below. Review outcomes are sent to the Principal Investigator within three days following the SRS meeting date. Project reviews are conducted on a rolling basis and may be submitted at any time.

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Biosafety Committee
Meeting Date

January 20, 2026 January 27, 2026
February 17, 2026 February 24, 2026
March 17, 2026 March 24, 2026
April 21, 2026 April 28, 2026
May 19, 2026 May 26, 2026
June 16, 2026 June 23, 2026
July 21, 2026 July 28, 2026
August 18, 2026 August 25, 2026
September 15, 2026 September 22, 2026
October 20, 2026 October 27, 2026
November 17, 2026 November 24, 2026
December 15, 2026 December 22, 2026

 

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