Announcements

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New Zebrafish Breeding Colony Program

We’re pleased to announce that our Zebrafish Breeding Colony Program is now live. As part of this one-year pilot program*, wild type AB strain zebrafish are available through all developmental stages – from embryo to adult. There is no cost for the zebrafish; however, quantities are limited and it is first-come, first-served. Eligibility is reserved ...
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ULAM Welcomes Two New Veterinary Residents

The Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine (ULAM) recently welcomed two new veterinary residents. ULAM Veterinary Residents ULAM’s Postdoctoral Clinical Training Program is one of the nation’s oldest and most recognized programs for training laboratory animal veterinarians. Up to three new residents are accepted into the program each year. To learn more, visit the Postdoctoral Clinical ...
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Facilities IACUC

Fall 2025 Semi-Annual IACUC Facility Inspections Begin Monday, September 22

The Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee (IACUC) will begin its next round of semi-annual facility inspections on Monday, September 22, 2025. Inspections will run through Thursday, September 25, 2025, and include any animal rooms, surgical suite support spaces, or areas where procedures are conducted with animals. Fall 2025 Facility Inspection Schedule View the complete ...
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Fiscal Year 2026 M-Inform Disclosure Updates

U-M’s annual outside interest disclosure process began Tuesday, July 1, coinciding with the start of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. To help the research community effectively submit required disclosure information, the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) has aggregated several important resources. Disclosers are encouraged to refresh their knowledge on what to disclose as ...
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Remember to Cite ULAM Service Area RRIDs

The Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine (ULAM) is proud to offer a variety of specialized research support services and facilities to the U-M community. To help maintain these services and enhance the rigor and reproducibility of our collective research, please remember to cite us using the following Research Resource Identification (RRID) Numbers. RRID Information for ...
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Catch Up on Discussion Topics, FAQs from Spring 2025 ULAM Faculty Vet Check-In Meetings

To help keep the research community apprised of important updates and changes impacting animal care and use at the University of Michigan, ULAM Faculty Veterinarians hosted veterinary check-in meetings in May 2025. If you were unable to attend a meeting and would like to learn more about what was discussed, meeting resources are now available ...
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Facilities Safety

Hot Lab Summer: Stay Compliant, Stay Safe, Stay Cool

Proper personal attire worn in the laboratory and/or animal care facility MUST provide full coverage of the legs, feet, and torso REGARDLESS of outdoor weather conditions. As warmer summer weather approaches, please review the following reminders with your staff – including any students – who may be involved with research. Reminders for Proper Personal Attire ...
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Applications Now Open for the 2025 LARCC Program

The Laboratory Animal Research Coordinator Certification (LARCC) Program, a unique education and networking opportunity designed to boost compliance knowledge across all aspects of the U-M Animal Care & Use Program, is now accepting applications for the 2025 Cohort. The 2025 LARCC Program will run from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM every** Wednesday beginning September 3 ...
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Cross-Contamination Isn’t Just for Cultures! Your Guide to Proper PPE, Glove Use

While the donning of appropriate safety equipment – gloves, lab coats/gowns, and safety glasses – is critical for safeguarding personnel and animal safety within the laboratory and animal care facility, NOT wearing this equipment outside of designated research spaces is just as important. Potential chemical or biological contamination may not always be visible. Removing Personal ...
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