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Obtaining IACUC Review and Approval

Investigators cannot begin research using animals prior to securing IACUC approval. Investigators cannot request IACUC approvals until satisfactory training has been completed. Conducting research in the absence of valid institutional approvals constitues noncompliance and places the university at a great risk that can range from individual's debarment and suspension to institutional loss of all federal support, including all student financial aid.

Most animal-use protocols require a description of the following elements:

research project;
rationale for animal use and consideration of alternatives;
justification for the choice of species and number of animals;
research procedures involving animals;
procedures to minimize pain and distress;
animal living conditions and veterinary care;
names and qualificaations of personnel who will perform work iwith animals;
method of euthanasia; and
endpoint criteria.

To request IACUC review and consequent approval, begin HERE.

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