IACUC Resources
American Association for Laboratory Animal Science
Mercer University has an Institutional Membership for this Association's website. Each individual interested in using the site will need to request a user name and password.
Website: https://www.aalas.org/
American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine
The American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) advances the humane care and responsible use of laboratory animals through certification of veterinary specialists, professional development, education, and research.
Website: https://www.aclam.org/
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
Provides leadership in ensuring the health and care of animals and plants.
Website: http://www.aphis.usda.gov/
AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals
The recommendations in the Guidelines are intended to guide Veterinarians who must then use professional judgment in applying them to various settings where animals are to be euthanized.
Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals
An internationally accepted primary reference on animal care and use.
Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: Eighth Edition (Adobe PDF)
OLAW (Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare)
Provides guidance and interpretation of the Public Health Service (PHS) Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, supports educational programs, and monitors compliance with the Policy by Assured institutions and PHS funding components to ensure the humane care and use of animals in PHS-supported research, testing, and training.
