Explore a comprehensive module on IACUC training, federal mandates, regulating agencies, the Animal Welfare Act, and definitions related to animal research. Learn about the responsibilities, regulations, and authorities governing the use of animals in research and teaching.

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Explore updates and guidance from the AALAS luncheon and CVMO office, aiming to streamline animal research management with a focus on ethical and regulatory compliance. Learn about the semiannual evaluation process, importance of regulatory requirements, and strategies for effective IACUC operation.

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The Department of Veterans Affairs upholds ethical standards in research involving animals, focusing on minimizing pain and distress while ensuring scientific necessity. Compliance with various regulatory requirements, including USDA, PHS, and AAALAC, is essential to demonstrate ethical responsibili

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This presentation covers essential information on significant changes in IACUC-approved protocols, including defining significant changes, reviewing methods, implementing the Veterinary Verification and Consultation process, and examples of significant changes. It also discusses the impact on animal

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Guidelines and requirements for exporting animals from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) including prerequisites, export process, completing export forms, and contacting receiving institutions for animal transportation. Make sure to have an approved IACUC protocol and necessa

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Gain valuable insights into optimizing IACUC processes from the VA's Chief Veterinary Medical Officer and experts. Topics include addressing deficiencies, managing Guide deviations, AAALAC site visit issues, and VA updates. Discover the importance of identifying and rectifying departures from regula

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Understand the definitions of standards, deviations, and departures in animal research protocols. Learn to differentiate between perceived and true departures, evaluate their impacts, and identify reporting requirements. Experienced IACUC members and administrators can develop essential skills to en

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This module delves into departures from the provisions of the Guide for IACUC members at an intermediate level. It covers defining departures, identifying examples, managing departures, and determining reporting requirements. Through various activities and discussions, participants gain insight into

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Appendix 9 serves to document departures approved by the IACUC for a given protocol, allowing inclusion in semiannual reports. It guides users on identifying departures, using the VA Deviations and Departures flowchart, and provides examples for clarity. Criteria for when to use Appendix 9 are outli

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Explore the differences between Full Committee Review (FCR) and Designated Member Review (DMR) for new IACUC members. Learn the acceptable methods of protocol review, federal requirements, member responsibilities, risks, and best practices for protocol approval. Dive into the two valid methods of IA

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Explore current animal research topics focused on serving veterans, including updates from the VA Office of Research and Development, USDA annual reviews, ordering feed/bedding efficiently, and IACUC oversight. Learn about principles for conference participation and national contracting documents fo

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Explore the world of IACUC departures and reporting in this comprehensive guide. Learn to define, identify, categorize, and report findings with objectives and engaging scenarios. Dive into must, should, and may concepts, approved departures, exceptions, and performance standards. Enhance your knowl

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Delve into ACME Looniversity's protocol changes and amendment policy for IACUC protocols. Learn about significant vs. minor amendments, review processes, and criteria for administrative and designated member reviews. Explore the definition of significant changes and the proper methods of review to e

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Delve into the key discussions and actions taken at the AALAS 68th National Meeting Business Session, including ensuring oversight in research programs, lessons learned, the importance of local actions, transparency, and accountability. The case of investigator negligence and the IACUC's decision re

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