Gene Technology Review Committee

The Gene Technology Review Committee reviews research and teaching applications which involve dealings with genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and ensures that use of all GMOs within the University is conducted in compliance with the Gene Technology Act 2000 and Gene Technology Amendment Act 2007; and the Gene Technology Regulations 2001 and Gene Technology Amendment Regulations 2007.

Before commencing any experiment using or creating a GMO, staff and students of the University are required to submit an application to the Gene Technology Review Committee and obtain approval to ensure that all statutory requirements are met. The review process follows the guidelines established by the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator. The type of application form required will depend on the type of organism and the intended use.

The Committee meets approximately four times a year.

• Abridged guidelines for certifying and working in PC2 laboratories
• Checklists for PC1 and PC2 containment laboratories (.pdf files)
• Committee Members
• Forms
• GMOs
  • Applying for Approval to Conduct Research with GMOs
    (A Step-by-Step guide)
  • Guidelines for Transportation of GMOs (.pdf 49KB)
  • List of Accredited IATA Packers (.pdf 8KB)
  • GMO Storage Inventory Database
  • Notification of Intention to Self-Deliver GMOs (word doc.)
• Meeting Dates
• Office of Gene Technology Regulator
• Terms of Reference

Last reviewed: 28 September, 2007