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Summer is FINALLY Here!

With summer weather now here, and travel-related restrictions lifting, we anticipate that many members of our research community will be taking time off to recharge and recuperate. To minimize the impact on your research, be sure to submit your IACUC protocol items (New Protocols,

Triennial Reviews, and Amendments) as early as possible to allow sufficient time for review.

New protocols should be submitted at least 8 weeks prior to when approval is needed.

Triennial Reviews should be submitted at least 6-8 weeks prior to the protocol expiration date.

Amendments should be submitted at least 4 weeks prior to when the change is needed.

Keep in mind that complex protocols and amendments may require more time for review.

More information about the review process can be found on our website.

Contact your OAW liaison if you have any questions or if you need any assistance with your IACUC protocol.

Check Water and Food Levels

With the summer vacation season here, many people are taking long weekends.

Don’t let the water or food get lower than 1/3 in the cage.

It is important to check the water and food levels in cages to ensure there is enough in the cage so that no animals go thirsty or hungry.

Check out the lesson: Check Water and Food.

Shipping Mice to a Collaborator?

Please note there are new requirements.

Review the rodent shipping checklist (PDF).

When filling out a health certificate request in AOPs, please fill in all fields (even if they are not “required”). Once you have filled out the request, please notify your facility’s veterinary services office.