MISSION

The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) is a federally-mandated research oversight committee charged with ensuring the proper care and humane treatment of vertebrate animals used in research and education at DePaul University.  The use of animals in the laboratory and the classroom contributes to the quality of instruction and the advancement of scientific knowledge.  The objective of the IACUC is to oversee the use of animals in pursuit of these goals, while requiring consideration of scientifically valid alternatives and refinements.  The IACUC reviews all proposals for the use of vertebrate animals, inspects facilities, and ensures that animal research and teaching activities are in compliance with legal statutes and ethical guidelines.  The IACUC provides assistance and training to investigators, students, and staff who work with animals, fulfilling the University’s obligation to advance knowledge and educate our students while meeting the highest standards of scientific rigor and humane care.

Federal Assurance & Registration

On July 11, 2001, DePaul University entered into a contract (called an Animal Welfare Assurance) with the federal Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare assuring that DePaul University is in compliance with the Public Health Service Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.

DePaul’s Animal Welfare Assurance number is A4303-01.  The current approval period will expire on July 31, 2014.

On November 3, 2000, DePaul University registered its research facility under the Animal Welfare Act with the United States Department of Agriculture.  DePaul’s Animal Welfare Act Certificate No. is 33-R-0128, and the current registration period will end on November 3, 2009.

IACUC MEMBERSHIP

* non-voting members

Administrative Oversight of DePaul's Animal Program

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