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The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) is a compliance committee established by federal requirements by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the United States Public Health Service. Public and private institutions utilizing animals are subject to these regulations, and an IACUC operating at each such institution is the mechanism by which such animal-related activity is regulated and monitored. The committee is comprised of scientists knowledgeable in the use of animals, a veterinarian with training in animal laboratory science, and at least one non-scientist lay member. Novelution Online Protocol Submission SystemEffective December 1, 2021, use of the online protocol submission system is required for all new and 3-year renewal protocol submissions. System demonstrations took place for faculty and students in April 2021. If you were unable to attend a demonstration, you will find it helpful to watch the video demonstration before interacting with the system: How to Submit an IACUC Protocol in Novelution Objectives
Mandated Responsibilities
Review Process
IACUC Animal Protocol FormsFor new and 3-year renewal animal protocols, the Novelution online protocol submission system is required beginning December 1, 2021. For protocols approved on paper forms before then, amendments should be submitted using the Protocol Amendment Form below.
Investigators must include quantifiable criteria for euthanasia of animals on their Animal Protocol Review Form. The IACUC has created guidance to assist investigators with determination of appropriate criteria for euthanasia. Investigators are strongly encouraged to review University of Minnesota guidelines regarding performing procedures on laboratory animals, and incorporate this information into the animal protocol. For Animal Care & Housing Forms, visit the Center for Biomedical Research website. Investigator TrainingThe humane care and treatment of animals in research is of critical importance to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). In order to ensure the well-being of animals used in research, the IACUC has implemented mandatory training for all individuals working with animals. This includes faculty researchers, technicians, graduate and undergraduate students, visiting scientists, and any other individual working with laboratory animals. UND's animal welfare training program is conducted through the CITI Program. For information on training requirements and how to register for training, visit the Center for Biomedical Research training webpage. Policies
Standard Operating Procedures
Animal CareResearch animals are housed at the Center for Biomedical Research, a state-of-the-art research facility located on the northwest side of the School of Medicine and Health Sciences at the University of North Dakota. In addition to housing research animals, the Center for Biomedical Research is also responsible for ordering animals used in research and providing medical care to ensure the health and well-being of the animals. What is the purpose of institutional ethics review and Institutional animal care & Utilization committee?Abstract. The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee is the body that provides oversight and ensures appropriate review of the use of vertebrate animals in teaching, testing, and research.
What does IACUC stand for and what are they responsible for?IACUC stands for Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, and is a standing committee mandated by Federal law and regulations to oversee the animal care and use program at institutions using animals in research, teaching, or testing, in order to ensure the humane and ethical treatment of animals.
What is the function of an Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee quizlet?The function of an Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee is to: Evaluate proposed experiments to ensure that they minimize pain and discomfort.
Which of the following is a role of Aaalac?Which of the following is a role of AAALAC International? To conduct voluntary evaluations of institutional animal care and use programs.
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