Office of Animal Welfare

New Investigators

If you are a new

at the UW, or if you are an established PI that is planning their first animal study, the information on this page will guide you through the process of establishing a new IACUC protocol.

1	Assess Determine if you need an IACUC protocol. Some animal activities may be exempt from IACUC review, such as work with incidental tissues and certain types of field work. Additionally, determine if you can serve as PI (see definition in Glossary). If you are uncertain, contact OAWRSS (oawrss@uw.edu) or call the office at 206.685.7363. If yes, proceed to step 2.
2	Connect OAW will connect you with a who can assist you with getting started and support you throughout the review process. Send OAWRSS the following information: PI Name and NetID PI Department Species Have you worked with animals before General description of the project If there are/will be associated grants Will you be collaborating with other UW PIs?
3	Training Before any animal work can be conducted on a project, all individuals involved must complete at least the following basic training: Animal Use Medical Screening Animal Use Laws & Regulations Species specific handling may also be required before animal work is conducted. See the CLATR Training Requirements page for additional guidance.
4	Protocol Review Create and submit your protocol in HoverBoard for IACUC review. See the Protocol Review and Timeline page for additional information. Your OAW liaison can provide training, and will be available to assist you throughout the review process.

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