Applications submitted to Embryonic Stem Cell Research Review Oversight (ESCRO) Committee and/or the Embryonic Stem Cell Research Chair for approval to use stem cells in research projects. Files may include, but are not limited to, the following: master copy of applications, Review Committee's disposition documentation, investigator's responses to the Committee, consent forms, sponsor research protocols, correspondence and supporting papers, modifications to applications, annual status reports, copy of Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) approvals, and other relevant Compliance Office approvals. 

Official Copy: Office of Research: Administration
Retention: 6 years after study termination
Disposition Method: Shred or Delete

Other Copy: Principal Investigator
Retention: 6 years after close of study, or 3 years after study termination if research is not grant/contract funded
Disposition Method: Shred or Delete