The University requires that, before any investigator purchases/obtains and begins research involving vertebrate species of animal, an animal research protocol be submitted for review and approval by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).

The IACUC office:

• assists investigators in completing the appropriate animal research proposal forms

• sends out annual review of animal research protocol notices

• assures participation in the occupational health and safety program for personnel interacting with laboratory animals

• schedules the meetings and compiles the minutes of the IACUC meetings

• schedules the semi-annual inspection of animal facilities and the animal care and use program.

What investigators need to know about the use of animals(OLAW).