Month: May 2023

Many of you are aware that earlier this year, we were instructed by SC DHEC and the DEA to move from a centralized model for obtaining and dispensing controlled substances to one where individual investigators will need to obtain their own licenses and order their controlled substances. If you are using or plan to use cocktails with buprenorphine, ketamine, etc., this change will impact your ability to conduct your procedures until you have obtained licensure and purchased the drugs. We have posted information about the process on the OES website.

We are offering an hour-long webinar on Friday, May 12 at 3pm to explain the responsibilities associated with obtaining and maintaining your licenses, list available resources, and answer any questions you may have. If you cannot attend on Friday, we will record the session and make it available. If you are interested in attending and did not receive an email with details, please email orc@clemson.edu.

Did you know if you will be receiving any of these pathogens, you might need a permit?

These pathogens are considered to be pathogenic to livestock/poultry by the USDA. These permits are required to be obtained only by the receiver (regardless of source or research). Permits are only required if the pathogen will be transported from another state (interstate) or internationally. If receiving from within the state, a permit is not required. These permits cost $150 and are good for 1 year.

For more information, please see: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/importexport/organism-vectors