Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) oversees the use of animals for research, teaching, and testing conducted at or by UAB. The responsibility of the committee is to provide support, guidance, and oversight to research investigators and all staff working with and caring for animals in the animal use program while upholding the regulatory requirements and standards of federal and international oversight agencies. Compliance with international, federal, and university policies, regulations, and standards is important for animal welfare and continued financial support of the researchers and the university.
Impact At A Glance
4002024 Active Investigators1,219 Active Protocols2,088 Protocol Reviews/yr60/45Approval Time
Anonymous animal welfare reports may be submitted through: UAB Research Compliance Hotline Callers are assured of confidentiality and no reprisals 1-866-362-9476
