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IBC vs. IRB: What’s the Difference?

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IBCs, however, seek to protect study personnel, the community, and the environment from exposure to engineered genetic material and other biohazardous agents. IBCs include members who possess expertise in genetic engineering, biological safety, infectious diseases, and environmental protection. What Does an IBC Review?

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Safe Sharps Handling When Dispensing Investigational Products

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Institutional biosafety committees (IBCs) frequently receive questions about the proper methodology for preparing a syringe for transport from a drug room or pharmacy to the clinic where the injection will be administered. A loaded syringe can be safely capped using either: A safety engineered syringe. Safety-engineered Syringes.

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Clean Bench vs Biosafety Cabinet: What’s the Difference?

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They provide sterile air to prevent environmental contamination of the investigational product and sterilize the exhaust air to prevent occupational exposure and environmental release of the drug. In the case of IBC review, we’re preventing exposure to biologics such as engineered genetic materials and/or infectious agents.