The Embryo Research Licensing Committee of the National Health and Medical Research Council considers applications for licences to conduct certain types of research involving human embryos. It is responsible for monitoring compliance with legislation through the appointment of inspectors and taking necessary enforcement action, such as cancelling or suspending licences.
Creation date - 27/09/2020
(for 2021-2024 triennium)
Further information
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Type of Body
E. Statutory Office Holder Offices and Committees
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
Research Involving Human Embryos Act 2002
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Paid Members?
Yes
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Max No. of Board/Committee Members
9
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Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
No, but noted in parent's annual report
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Classification
B. Secondary
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Function Categorization
Regulatory / Review / Inquiry / Commission
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Creation Date
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Postal Address
Level 1, 16 Marcus Clarke Street
CANBERRA ACT 2601
Australia
Current board appointments
| Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chair | Prof. Dianne Nicol | 30 September 2021 | 30 June 2024 |
| Member | Ms. Cal Volks | 30 September 2021 | 30 June 2024 |
| Member | Associate Prof Bernadette Richards | 30 September 2021 | 30 June 2024 |
| Member | Prof. Lynn Gillam AM | 30 September 2021 | 30 June 2024 |
| Member | Ms. Louise Johnson | 30 September 2021 | 30 June 2024 |
| Member | Dr. Carol Wicking | 30 September 2021 | 30 June 2024 |
| Member | Prof. Stephen Robson | 30 September 2021 | 30 June 2024 |
| Member | Prof. Sarah Robertson | 30 September 2021 | 30 June 2024 |
| Member | Prof. Patrick Tam | 30 September 2021 | 30 June 2024 |
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