You will need this authorisation if you intend to undertake scientific or medical research on schedule 4 or schedule 8 substances.
A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.
To be eligible you must satisfy the Chief Health Commissioner that the research:
Up to 3 years
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Medicines, Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Act 2012 Northern Territory
Medicines, Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Regulations 2014 Northern Territory
Department of Health
Medicines and Poisons Control
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Medicine and Poisons Permits (Opens in new window)