Are the compliance committees (IRB/IACUC) still operating?

Yes, the IRB and IACUC are operating as usual as is the Office of Research Compliance (ORC). There may be some delay, but so far most projects have not experienced a significant delay in review and approval. If your study is exempt we recommend you review the exempt self-determination procedures located at https://www.kent.edu/research/office-research-compliance/irb-forms.