Off-site Research
VA research is an intramural program derived from clinician observation of the health problems and needs of veterans. The opportunity to explore research based upon these observations in laboratory and other appropriate settings within VA medical centers provides a strong foundation for this program. However, in rare situations, VA medical centers may be unable to provide sufficient or appropriate space and facilities for specific research projects. To accommodate such programs, ORD reviews and evaluates all VA-funded research proposed to be performed at sites outside VA medical centers or outside VA-leased space previously approved by ORD for research use.
- Off-site Research Handbook, VHA Handbook 1200.16 (194 KB, PDF) - This Handbook clarifies the scope of the Office of Research and Development (ORD) on the performance of VA-funded research in sites other than VA medical centers and VA-leased space.
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Off-site Research -- Guidance Documents
- Instructions for Preparation and Submission of Requests for Off-Site Waivers (52 KB, PDF)
- Partial Off-site Waiver Request Template (66 KB, MS Word)
- Application for an Off-site Tissue Banking Waiver (878 KB, PDF)- VA Form 10-0436