Research Ethics and Peptide Use Compliance
Understanding the regulatory and ethical landscape is essential for responsible peptide research. This guide covers key compliance considerations.
Important Disclaimer
BioInfinity Lab peptides are sold strictly for in-vitro research and laboratory use. They are not intended for human or veterinary use. Researchers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations in their jurisdiction.
Peptide research operates within a complex regulatory framework. Understanding your obligations helps ensure your research is conducted ethically and legally.
Research Peptide Classifications
Research peptides exist in a specific regulatory category:
Institutional Requirements
Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Any research involving human subjects requires IRB approval. This includes clinical trials, observational studies, and even some survey research. IRB review ensures participant safety and informed consent.
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
Animal research requires IACUC approval. Protocols must demonstrate scientific justification, appropriate housing, pain management, and humane endpoints.
Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)
Some peptide research may require IBC review, particularly if involving recombinant DNA, biological agents, or select agents.
Documentation Best Practices
- Maintain purchase records: Keep invoices and COAs for all research materials
- Document protocols: Written procedures for handling, storage, and use
- Track inventory: Know what you have, where it's stored, and when it expires
- Lab notebooks: Detailed records of all experiments and observations
Responsible Research Conduct
Core Principles
Scientific Integrity
- • Honest data collection and reporting
- • Proper attribution of sources
- • Transparent methodology
Safety
- • Proper PPE and handling
- • Waste disposal compliance
- • Emergency procedures
Publication Considerations
When publishing peptide research:
- Disclose peptide sources and purity
- Include relevant approval numbers (IRB, IACUC)
- Declare any conflicts of interest
- Follow journal-specific requirements