What are the steps in the process for approving a research protocol involving animals?
Prior to beginning their research, UCSF scientists must undergo a rigorous peer review process to obtain approval for funding. All investigators who propose to conduct research involving animals must also submit a protocol that follows guidelines set forth by the U.S Public Health Service, the National Research Council, and the USDA Animal Welfare Act. Once scientific merit has been established, the University’s Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) carefully evaluates the protocol. More…
