Dr. Lavoy is the chair of her university's IRB committee. She receives a protocol that describes a study on aggression. As part of the planned study, primates will receive electrical shocks until they exhibit some form of aggressive behavior. Not only is Dr. Lavoy concerned about the safety of the primates, but she is also likely to refer this study to which committee for review?

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The correct committee for reviewing studies involving the treatment of animals, especially in research contexts like the one described, is the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). This committee oversees the use of animals in experimental research to ensure ethical treatment and compliance with federal regulations.

Dr Lavoy Is the Chair of Her University's IRB Committee