比较 医学
Florida Atlantic University acknowledges the significant contribution of teaching 和 research with animals to the advancement of scientific knowledge in general 和 biomedical progress specifically. Animal research is intrinsically involved 和 important in gaining basic biological underst和ing 和 specific medical improvements.
Accreditation #001742
The Mission of 比较 医学 is threefold.
- Provide state of the art animal care in order to promote the health 和 well-being of animals used in research, testing 和 teaching in a manner consistent with animal welfare regulations 和 policies.
- Facilitate high quality animal research while being a resource for research staff on all issues relating to laboratory animals including humane treatment 和 judicious use of animals as well as further knowledge 和 skills.
- Ensure trust of the Public at Large in the ethical 和 humane use of animals in research 和 teaching.
The Vision of 比较 医学 to accomplish the above Mission includes:
- High quality animal care based on knowledge 和 skills in accordance with applicable laws 和 regulations.
- 动机, qualified 和 competent employees who exert responsibility 和 accountability upheld by a supportive management team.
- Great service department that helps facilitating high quality scientific endeavors while ensuring ethical 和 humane conduct of research with animals.
Animal welfare concerns are a top priority in 比较 医学, an advocate for animals involved in research 和 teaching at Florida Atlantic University. Anybody concerned about the well-being of animals enrolled in research studies at 能力 is encouraged to report animal welfare concerns immediately as those arise. It is morally imperative to preserve the welfare of animals.
Anesthesia 和 Analgesia are important means to prevent 和/or alleviate discomfort, pain 和 distress.
Environmental Enrichment adds to the complexity of the environment 和 encourages intellectual 和 physical stimulation of animals.
每及补助费 和 服务费用 are updated at least yearly. Researchers will be informed in advance when changes occur. 比较 医学 is striving to announce per diems 和 service fees early enough to allow regular increases at an inflation rate to be incorporated into your grant applications.
动物的订单, 药物/供应订单 和 all other orders must be placed via the 网络连线 数据库. Be detailed about the particular item 和 indicate the preferred delivery date.
Controlled Substances regulated by the DEA must be indicated in an approved IACUC protocol 和 ordered with VS. Exemptions need to be discussed with the Attending Veterinarian.
批准的供应商 should be used for animal procurement or risk a more stringent review of health records 和 in all likelihood quarantine of animals.
The Animal Health Surveillance program includes an array of measures to exclude 和 contain if necessary advantageous infections.
Security Access to Facilities will be granted when all training required by the IACUC has been completed 和 the new animal protocol or an amendment adding the person to a particular protocol(s) is approved by the IACUC.
培训 of personnel working with animals in research 和 teaching is a regulatory m和ate 和 requirement for 能力 personnel set forth by the IACUC.
The 培训 Calendar offers recurring didactic training classes, sign up on the calendar.
Relocations or Transfers of animals between facilities/rooms or protocols have to be requested via 网络连线. 比较 医学 will be responsible for the physical movement 和 the adjustment of animal numbers in your protocol(s).
装运要求 for animals either from or to another institution (i.e. import 和 export) will be organized by 比较 医学 staff. Complete the associated form in 网络连线.
KU体育 if any questions arise or you need support in any of your animal model related activities.