September 24, 2015
K-State forms oversight committee in response to government policy on dual use 1xbet best casino website of concern
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Information about dual use 1xbet best casino website , the new regulatory requirements and the K-State program for DUR/DURC oversight — including the members of the committee — is available on the University 1xbet best casino website Compliance Office website.
Jerry Jaax is the K-State institutional contact for dual use 1xbet best casino website . Please contact him at jaax@k-state.edu, or contactUniversity 1xbet best casino website Compliance Office at 785-532-3224, for questions about thedual use 1xbet best casino website of concern review program.