Radioactive Drug Research (RDRC)

RADIOACTIVE DRUG RESEARCH COMMITTEE-(RDRC)
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center -Shreveport

MISSION STATEMENT

The purpose of the Radioactive Drug Research Committee (RDRC) is to review the experimental use of radioactive substances in humans. Research projects reviewable by the Committee are designed to obtain basic information regarding metabolism (eg. kinetics, distribution, and localization), human physiology, pathophysiology, or biochemistry of the radiolabeled substance. RDRC review is not applicable to clinical trials which determine therapeutic effectiveness, diagnostic efficacy, or as a clinical tool in research projects for other purposes.

MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES

Federal Guidelines stipulate that the RDRC shall be composed of:
     1.  A person qualified by training & experience to formulate radioactive drugs,
     2.  A person with special competence in radiation safety & radiation dosimetry, and
     3.  Physician recognized as specialist in nuclear medicine.

LSUHSC-S Guidelines additionally stipulate that the RDRC shall be composed of:
     1.  Member of the IRB with knowledge of radioisotopes,
     2.  Radiation Therapist,
     3.  Faculty with special knowledge or training in radioisotopes, and
     4.  Biomedical Research Foundation representative.

FDA recommended that the RDRC be small (5-7 members).

2009-2010 MEMBERSHIP

The 2009-2010 RDRC members are from the following departments:
     1.  Psychiatry
     2.  Radiology
     3.  Biochemistry
     4.  Radiation Dosimetry
     5.  BRF PET Operation
     6.  Pharmacology
     7.  Veterinary Med
     8.  Office for Sponsored Programs & Technology Transfer