Office of Research and Development - VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

Submission Overview Provides a general overview of the submission process at VAPHS.	Human Subjects Research Information and forms to initiate a human subjects research study	Animal Research Information and forms to initiate a research study using animal subjects
Lab Safety and Security The facts and forms you need to maintain a safe research laboratory environment.	Radiation Safety Information and forms for working safely with ionizing radiation	VAPHS Employment Information and forms to complete VA employment with or without compensation (WOC), and authorization to work in research at VAPHS.
Education & Policy Office Learn more about the educational opportunities available for researchers and staff and view Research Office policies and procedures.	Compliance Program Learn how to improve the quality and integrity of your research activities.	Committee Members Information, checklists, and other resources for members of our Research Committees.

Questions, concerns or complaints? Please contact the Research Office. Your communication will be acknowledged and handled as confidential.