The IACUC is pleased to announce the launch of our new protocol software,ÌýeProtocolÌýby Key SolutionsÌýas the electronic research administration system supporting animal research.ÌýProtocol development, submission, and review by the IACUC is conducted within this system. Other administrative processesÌýincludingÌýanimal ordering and billing are processed via theÌýeAnimalÌýmoduleÌýin the Key Solutions software suite.


Tips on Accessing Key Solutions

  • Unable to log in or cannot find a researcher/student when trying to add them to a protocol:
    • Ensure that you (or the person you are searching for) has completed the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)ÌýTraining.
    • Double check that you are using your CU issued Identikey and password (and that these were provided to OHS).
  • VPN: While accessing Key Solutions from off-campus, we encourageÌýsigning into the VPN for added security. If you do not have the always-on VPN you can sign in viaÌý.
  • Which Browser should I use?
    • Whether you're on a PC or a MAC, it is recommended that you use Mozilla Firefox to access Key Solutions
      • Most other browsers, such as Google Chrome and Safari, are also supported.
  • Pop-ups are Required: Key Solutions is a pop-up based software, and must be enabled on whichever browser you choose.
    • To enable pop-ups, follow these instructions.Ìý
  • Help: If you experience technical difficulties accessing Key Solutions through the above browser methods, please do not hesitate to contact the IACUC Business Analyst at eRAhelp@colorado.edu.

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Resources


Key Solutions User Guides

How to:Ìý

  • Create and Submit Original Animal Use Protocols
  • Submit Amendments
  • Submit Continuing Reviews (formerly interim reviewsÌýandÌý3 year renewals)
  • Submit Incident Report forms (formerly Unanticipated Adverse Events)
  • View Protocol HistoryÌýand Print Protocol Approval Letters

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How to:

  • Review and provide feedback on protocols

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How to:

  • Create and Manage Animal Orders
  • Manage Weanings, Cage Splits, and Cage cards
  • Manage Speedtypes
  • Initiate Transfers between Protocols and Facilities (Internal and External)
  • Perform Census

Accessibility
CU Boulder is committed to making information and resources accessible to all users.ÌýWe will work with the vendor to ensure systemÌýaccessiblilityÌýto all users, if you need any assistance please contact the IACUC Business Analyst atÌýRuizhe.Jiang@colorado.edu.Ìý