At the University of Southern Maine, we have just opened a new research
facility that, for the first time, gives us the ability to properly
store, use, and dispose of bio-hazardous materials.

Does your institution treat related costs as direct or indirect costs?
(My gut feeling says indirect costs.) And, are you aware of any federal
regulations that speak to the issue. For example, I know that a few
years ago the NIH stated that animal cage days should be treated as
indirect costs.

Thanks.

Larry Waxler, Director
Office of Sponsored Programs
University of Southern Maine
P.O. Box 9300
Portland, ME  04104-9300
Telephone: 207-780-4413
Telefax: 207-780-4927

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