Subject: NIH Stop-Work Orders – Required Information

If you have received an NIH Stop Work Order, WaNPRC is here help. We recognize that these situations can be difficult, and our aim is to guide you through the process smoothly while offering as much support as we can.

Required Information:

If a researcher receives a directive from a federal funding agency to stop, pause, suspend, or terminate an animal research study, they should take the following actions.

  1. Take any necessary steps to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all animals involved in the study.
  2. Contact u_wanprc_stopwork@uw.edu for guidance on reporting requirements, protocol changes, and animal care considerations.
  3. Follow the below procedures:


    Relevant Links:

    Stop-Work Order Form & Form Instructions

    Guidance on Federal Administration Research Policy: Office of Research Central

    Guidance for labs experiencing work disruptions: EHS

    Employee Assistance Program

    Mental Health Resources

Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Sincerely,

The Office of the Director
Washington National Primate Research Center (WaNPRC)
University of Washington Box 357330
wanprcdo@uw.edu