Research Compliance
Research Using Animals
Old Dominion University's Program of Animal Care and Use is a general statement of principles, guidelines, and capabilities designed in accordance with applicable federal regulations and guidelines published by the United States Public Health Service.
The following forms are referenced in the Program:
IACUC Meeting Dates
Meetings of the IACUC are scheduled biomonthly. Protocols that will be reviewed by the IACUC must be submitted no later than 10 working days prior to the scheduled meeting date. With the exception of the semi-annual program reviews, meetings may be cancelled if no protocol reviews are scheduled. Additionally, meeting dates may be rescheduled if the Chair or Attending Veterinarian are unable to attend (updated meeting times will be posted to this website within one week of the meeting).
The Animal Welfare Act (AWA)
The AWA, along with its implementing regulations 9CFR, mandates minimal standards of lab animal care. These standards apply to nearly all academic and research institutions and are enforced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) through randomly scheduled, unannounced inspections to ensure that all regulated facilities comply with the law. If an inspection reveals deficiencies in meeting the AWA standards and regulations, the inspector instructs the facility to correct the problems within a given time frame. If deficiencies are uncorrected at the follow-up inspection, legal action can be taken. Such action could include fines and/or license suspensions or revocations.
OLAW
The Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare (OLAW) is responsible for administering and coordinating the Public Health Service (PHS) Policy on Humane Care and Use of Animals (PHS Policy). The Health Research Extension Act of 1985 (Public Law 99-158) is the mandate for the PHS Policy.
Office of Animal Care and Use
When receiving funds from the Public Health Service (PHS), including the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Animal Care and Use, additional requirements must be met in accordance with their policy manuals.
Training and Resources
