The FIU Biosafety Program supports the University’s research and academic mission by developing and maintaining programs that prevent, reduce and control the potential for unhealthful exposures to biological materials and infectious agents.

Program Responsibilities Include:

Compliance with regulations on the safe use of biological agents, toxins and animals.

Education and awareness initiatives that support  biosafety “best practices”.

Coordination and consultation services for the University community with regard to the proper procedures to acquire, receive, transport, store, use and dispose of biological agents, toxics or specimens.