IACUC - a federally mandated committee, qualified through the experience and expertise of its members, that oversees its institution's animal program, facilities, and procedures.

USDA and PHS require institutions using animals to appoint an IACUC and charge the IACUC with specific responsibilities.

To ensure compliance with all regulations, policies and standards in place to protect animal welfare, IACUC members review all requests for approval to use vertebrate animals. The IACUC also conducts inspections of all areas where animals are housed and used, reviews the institutional program for animal use, and reports its findings.

Liaison Support - A representative or committee member of the IACUC is available to work directly with investigators upon request. This can be a valuable resource for novice researchers as well as the more experienced investigators on campus. Check the IACUC committee listing for a representative in your department or administrative section.

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