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IACUC members...
Federally mandated functions of the IACUC
- Review at least once every six months the institution's program for humane care and use of animals using THE GUIDE and AWA 9 CFR, Chapter I, Subchapter A as a basis for evaluation.
- Inspect at least once every six months all of the institution's animal facilities (including satellite facilities) using THE GUIDE and AWA 9 CFR, Chapter I, Subchapter A as a basis for evaluation.
- Prepare reports of the IACUC evaluations as required by the Animal Welfare Act and PHS Policy and submit these reports to the Institutional Official. The reports must contain a description of the nature and extent of the Institution's adherence to THE GUIDE, AWA 9 CFR Subchapter A, and PHS Policy and identify specifically any departures and the reasons for such departures, the reports must distinguish significant deficiencies from minor deficiencies and contain a reasonable and specific plan for correcting each deficiency.
- Review concerns involving the care and use of animals at the institution.
- Make recommendations to the Institutional Official.
- Review and approve, require modification in or withhold approval of the use of animals.
- Be authorized to suspend an activity involving animals in accordance with specifications in PHS Policy or USDA regulations.
Animal Research Policies
Review additional live-animal research and care policies and resources.
Click and OnCore Training
Register for Click or OnCore systems training.
Are you a principal investigator looking to register your lab?
To get started, complete the online form OR work with your unit Facilities Planning Management Officer (FPMO) to register.
Contact Environmental Health and Safety at ehs@facilities.buffalo.edu
Compliance Training
Many federal and institutional compliance regulations require training, both in person and/or online, often before you are allowed to begin your research.