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Get Involved Now in AAALAC Site Visit Preparation with Events & Other Resources
Continued excellence in animal care and use, and in research, takes continued collaboration. Join the Animal Care & Use Team, along with colleagues from other partner departments, as we continue...Posted On: July 2, 2020 -
AAALAC Site Visit Dates Confirmed: August 25 – August 28
Site visitors from AAALAC International (AAALAC) will be on campus for the University of Michigan’s mandatory re-accreditation site visit beginning Tuesday, August 25 through Friday, August 28....Posted On: June 25, 2020 -
COVID-19: Guiding Principles for Working Safely with Research Animals in the Vivarium
Our team is available on campus and remotely to ensure animal welfare and support the U-M research community. This page is updated regularly and includes detailed guidance on managing your animal-...Posted On: June 10, 2020 -
Have You Completed the Research Re-Engagement Training Module?
As an important reminder, all employees returning to on-site research operations are required to take a COVID-19 personal safety training module PRIOR TO re-entering any re-activated building.Posted On: June 9, 2020 -
Important Information About Animal-Related Projects in Re-Activated Wave 1 and Wave 2 Buildings
ANY individual who has been approved to re-engage in research activities in buildings designated for re-activation should review the applicable ULAM Research Re-Engagement and Vivaria Traffic Plans...Posted On: June 8, 2020 -
Lessons Learned from Spring 2020 Semi-Annual Facility Inspections
The Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee (IACUC) completed its latest round of semi-annual facility inspections in mid-April. These inspections are one of the most important tools we have...Posted On: June 3, 2020 -
DoD Moves to Single Animal Use Appendix Template for All Protocol Submissions
The United States Department of Defense (DoD) recently announced changes to the formatting of appendices documents submitted for DoD funding via the Animal Care and Use Review Office (ACURO)....Posted On: May 29, 2020 -
Ramp-Up Reminder: Verify Controlled Substances and Related Documentation
As a reminder to laboratories who are ramping up their animal-related research projects after a period of inactivity, controlled substances and documentation should be verified upon return to the lab...Posted On: May 28, 2020 -
CO2 Protocol, Flow Meter Changes Coming Soon
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recently changed its standards for Carbon Dioxide (CO2) flow rate(s) for euthanasia in rodents. ULAM will begin working with laboratories in mid-...Posted On: May 27, 2020 -
Drug Supplies and Shortages Due to COVID-19: Impact on Animal Research at U-M
Learn how to prepare now for potential shortages, find out which drugs and supplies are currently available to order, and what to do if you have difficulty obtaining a specific drug needed to treat...Posted On: May 20, 2020