About Advisory Committees

The FDA uses committees and panels to obtain independent expert advice on scientific, technical, and policy matters.

Advisory Committee Calendar

Upcoming and past advisory committee meetings

About Advisory Committees

How to become a member of an advisory committee, common questions, and the laws, regulations, and guidances that govern the committees

Committees and Meeting Materials

Committee information, charter, meeting materials, committee roster, and contact information

Recently Updated Advisory Committee Materials

Meeting announcements, briefing materials, requests for nominations, and other important information

FDA's advisory committees are established to provide functions which support the agency's mission of protecting and promoting the public health, while meeting the requirements set forth in the Federal Advisory Committee Act. Committees are either mandated by statute or established at the discretion of the Department of Health and Human Services. Each committee is subject to renewal at two-year intervals unless the committee charter states otherwise.

Applying for Membership on FDA Advisory Committees

Advisory Committee Vacancies, Qualifications, and Experience

Advisory Committee Membership Types

Advisory Committee Laws, Regulations, and Guidance

Consumer Representatives on FDA Advisory Committees

Public Meetings at the FDA White Oak Campus

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