Overview
We provide comprehensive biological safety and support services for research and teaching with biological materials to promote and protect the NU community and environment.
We partner with the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), Principal Investigators, College and Department Safety Officers, and research staff to review and support biological research and implement preventative measures to effectively reduce or eliminate the risk of hazardous biological materials in research.
institutional Biosafety Committee-(IBC)
Biological Safety Cabinet Certification Program
Biological Research Registration
Biosecurity / Controlled Substances Program
Research Material Shipping
Biological Waste Program
Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Program
Key Resources
Poster
Biohazard Waste Disposal
Form
Animal Hazard Addendum
Form
Biosafety Inspection Checklist (Coming Soon)
Manual
Biosafety Manual
Form
Animal Research Registration/DLAM
Plan
Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan (BBP-ECP)
Factsheet
Dual Use Research of Concern (DURC)
Form
Equipment Decontamination Form
Factsheet
Flow Cytometer and Cell Sorter Guidelines
Factsheet
Bleach as Disinfectant
Video
Glove Doffing Video
Reference Guide
AAV Vectors
Guideline
Biosafety Standard Procedures
FAQ
I am a new Principal Investigator or Laboratory Safety Officer that will be handling biological material. What do I need to know?
To get started, please contact biosafety@northeastern.edu. Our team can work with you to learn more.
Do I need approval to work with biological materials?
Your research may require one of the following: full IBC review, administrative review, or exemption. Find out which one. Learn more.
What are the requirements for working with human material?
These requirements fall under the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard. Learn more.
What are the requirements for a Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) Laboratory?
Please contact the Biosafety Officer at biosafety@northeastern.edu for a site-specific consultation, site assessment, and biological research registration requirements.
How do I certify my Biosafety Cabinet (BSC)?
Please contact Technical Safety Services (TSS) at 1-800-877-7742 to certify your BSC. Learn more.
How to prepare for a Biosafety Inspection?
To learn more about the Biosafety inspection program, please visit the Biosafety inspection page.
Which training programs are required before working in a Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) Laboratory?
Your SciShield homepage will provide standard training assignments as per your job activities. Learn more.
Biosafety Team Contacts
Biosa
fety Program Officer/Biosafety Program Manager
Lorena Altamirano
Interview: Lorena Altamirano: Biosafety Officer, Gardener, and Land Trust Advocate
Contact Biosafety
Email: biosafety@northeastern.edu
Phone: 617.373.2769
Northeastern University
Office of Academic and Research Safety/OARS
320 Renaissance Park
1135 Tremont Street