IACUC KP Launch

The new system will feature a user interface that will only present relevant questions based on your type of research. With built-in smart logic, the software gives us the opportunity to present the user with only the information relevant to their research, capturing experimental details succinctly and concisely. We are also seeking to improve the experience of managing protocol reviews, retaining protocol records, and amending and renewing protocols. Researchers will always have access within the system to the approved copy of their protocols and can submit updates for review at the click of a button. Our transition team is working hard to make sure the new software is as easy to use as possible.

For example, the Kuali Protocols system will retain your IBC protocol information so that once it is entered, you won’t need to enter it again. The current 5 year resubmission process requires PIs to write and submit a brand new protocol. In Kuali Protocols, your protocol will under go annual review at the end years 1-4. On the 5th year it will be re-reviewed without a full resubmission, and the protocol number will remain the same. If the protocol is reapproved, the 5 year cycle will begin again.

There will be a short moratorium on submitting items immediately prior to KuaIi Protocols implementation. Plenty of notice will be provided before this occurs, so it should have minimal effect in terms of delaying review and approval of protocol submissions. After implementation, new protocols and amendments to existing protocols will be submitted in the Kuali Protocols system.

More information and training opportunities will be provided when we are closer to the implementation date. Until then, keep up to date by checking this website regularly. We will also periodically send out information via email newsletters. And of course, if you have questions or concerns, you can email us at iacuc@iu.edu.