New OLAW Webpage on Reporting Noncompliance
Reporting Noncompliance - is a new online resource to assist PHS awardee institutions in meeting the reporting requirements of the PHS Policy. Here you will find guidance on reporting, how to submit a report, what to provide in the report (including an example), plus where to go for more information. The Reporting Noncompliance webpage can be found on the OLAW homepage under Fast Facts, or go to http://grants.nih.gov/grants/olaw/reporting_noncompliance.htm. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - August 9, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
Updated Guidance in Lab Animal Protocol Review Column: August Issue
Visit the Guidance section on the OLAW website for updated Commentary on Lab Animal Protocol Review columns. "A word from OLAW" responds to the topic "Power struggle between part-time employees" in the August 2011 issue. See http://grants.nih.gov/grants/olaw/references/commentary.htm. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - July 22, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
Quest for Research Excellence 2011 Conference
The Office of Research Integrity (ORI), HHS, Quest for Research Excellence 2011 Conference will be held August 29-30, 2011 at the Georgetown University Hotel and Conference Center, Washington DC. For program and registration information, visit http://regonline.com/questconference. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - July 20, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
AVMA Guidelines on Euthanasia Comment Period: Part 2
AVMA members are invited to review and comment on the second of three parts of a draft of revisions to the AVMA Guidelines on Euthanasia. Because the draft is lengthy, it is being posted for comment on the AVMA website in three parts over a several week period. Part three of the draft will be posted on July 15. Comments may be submitted through August 1, 2011 at http://www.avma.org/issues/animal_welfare/euthanasia_guidelines/default.asp. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - July 12, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
45th Congress of the International Society for Applied Ethology: July 31-August 4, Indianapolis, IN
The 45th Congress of the International Society for Applied Ethology (ISAE) will be held July 31 to August 4, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Program and registration information can be found at http://www.ars.usda.gov/meetings/ISAE2011/. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - July 6, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
IACUC 101 Workshop: August 11, Des Moines, IA
An IACUC 101 Workshop will be held August 11, 2011 in Des Moines, IA. IACUC 101 is a one-day didactic and interactive exploration of IACUC fundamentals appropriate for new and seasoned IACUC members, IACUC affiliates, and individuals responsible for their institution's animal care program. For program and registration information, see http://www.dmu.edu/cme/events/iacuc-101/. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - June 30, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
ILAR Journal Volume 52(2): Spineless Wonders: Welfare and Use of Invertebrates in the Laboratory and Classroom
This issue of the ILAR Journal sheds light on the importance, versatility, and care and welfare requirements of invertebrates. The authors present both practical and philosophical matters in ways that will be broadly accessible and useful to those who interact with these underappreciated species. Scientific Editor: Stephen A. Smith. See online at http://dels-old.nas.edu/ilar_n/ilarjournal/52_2/html/. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - June 29, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
AVMA Guidelines on Euthanasia Comment Period: Part 1
AVMA members are invited to review and comment on the first of three parts of a draft of revisions to the AVMA Guidelines on Euthanasia. Because the draft is lengthy, it will be posted for comment on the AVMA website in three parts over a several week period. Comments may be submitted through August 1, 2011 at http://www.avma.org/issues/animal_welfare/euthanasia_guidelines/default.asp. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - June 28, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
Consideration of Public Comments on Proposed Adoption and Implementation of the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: Eighth Edition
The comment period on NIH's proposed adoption and implementation of the "Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: Eighth Edition" closed May 24, 2011. OLAW is now reviewing the comments submitted. When the analysis is completed, the comments and additional information will be posted on the OLAW website. See http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-11-082.html. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - June 10, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
Writing a Good Assurance Seminar Available for Viewing
A recording of the OLAW IACUC Staff Online Seminar, "Writing a Good Assurance", held June 9, 2011 has been posted on the OLAW website. The seminar recording and supporting materials can be found at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/olaw/educational_resources.htm. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - June 10, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
Podcast: Writing Your Vertebrate Animal Section
A new All About Grants Podcast produced by the NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) features Dr. Pat Brown, Director, OLAW, who explains what must be included in your grant application if you use vertebrate animals in your research. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - June 3, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
SCAW IACUC Training Workshop: July 15, St. Louis, MO
The Scientists Center for Animal Welfare (SCAW) will present an IACUC Training Workshop on July 15, 2011 in St. Louis, MO. SCAW developed this one day educational workshop for experienced IACUC members and administrators, principal investigators, attending veterinarians, regulatory personnel and laboratory animal care staff. Program and registration information can be found at http://www.scaw.com/iacuc-advanced.htm. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - May 27, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
Regional Workshop: Updating the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals
The University of Pittsburgh will present a regional workshop - Updating the "Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals" - on June 2, 2011 in Pittsburgh, PA. Program and registration information can be found at http://www.theguide2011.pitt.edu/index.htm. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - May 17, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
Additional Extension of Comment Period on Proposed Adoption and Implementation of the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: Eighth Edition and Removal of Character Limit for Comments
NIH announces that the public comment period on the proposed adoption and implementation of the "Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: Eighth Edition" has been extended an additional 30 days, closing May 24, 2011. Comments may be submitted at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/olaw/2011guidecomments/add.htm. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - April 21, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
Comments Requested on 2011 Revised CIOMS Principles
The CIOMS-ICLAS project committee to review the 1985 "International Guiding Principles for Biomedical Research Involving Animals" (CIOMS Principles) requests your feedback and comments on a 2011 draft of the guiding principles. You can find more information about the project and the revised principles at http://ora.msu.edu/ICLAS/index.html. The closing date for submission of comments is July 1, 2011. (Source: OLAW News)
Source: OLAW News - April 20, 2011 Category: Research Source Type: news
