Human Stem Cell Research
ZOT IRB / hSCRO System Update — Enhancements & Bug Fixes
Dear IRB Staff and Researchers, We are pleased to announce that ZOT IRB and hSCRO will be updated with the latest enhancements and bug fixes on May 11, 2026. Version Updates: ZOT IRB: 10.5.7 → 10.5.12 https://research.uci.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026-May_ZOT-IRB-Release-Notes.pdf ZOT hSCRO: 10.5.5 → 10.5.8 https://research.uci.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026-May_ZOT-hSCRO-Release-Notes.pdf Please note: The system will experience downtime starting after 7:00 PM PST…
Read MoreThree-year Approvals for hSCRO Research
Human Stem Cell Research Oversight Committee (hSCRO) Three-year Approvals for hSCRO Research February 12, 2025 A NEW EFFICIENCY! UCI hSCRO will begin issuing three-year approvals for in-vitro research that involves the following: Use or generate materials from non-identifiable cells, or Use cell lines recognized by an “authorized authority” like NIH, or Use…
Read MoreAll Changes Require an Amendment
Human Stem Cell Research Oversight Committee (hSCRO) All Changes Require an Amendment OR-hSCRO listserv June 11, 2024 Remember: Any change to a hSCRO protocol requires a prospectively submitted amendment, reviewed and approved by the UCI hSCRO, prior t…
Read MoreTimely Submission of your Renewal & Amendment in KRP!
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Read MoreEnsuring Safety in the Research Community
Dear Colleagues: Safety is critical to conducting high-quality research, which is why I am writing to highlight three annual safety requirements identified in UCI’s Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP): 1) reconciliation and update chemical inventories, 2…
Read MoreWelcome to the hSCRO Listserv!
Welcome to the first Human Stem Cell Research Oversight Committee (hSCRO) Listserv! The UCI hSCRO Committee assures human stem cell activities are in accordance with California state regulations and UCI policies and procedures.The hSCRO listserv will …
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