Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the difference between IACUC, ULAR and ORRP?
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC): Any institution using animals to conduct research, teaching, or testing is required by federal regulations to establish an IACUC. The IACUC is responsible for the oversight of all animal use activities including the review of Animal Use Protocols and The Ohio State University’s Animal Care and Use Program. The IACUC also monitors the institution’s animal facilities to ensure compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.
University Laboratory Animal Resources (ULAR): ULAR is responsible for the day to day care of animals in the ULAR vivaria and for providing animal related services to investigators. ULAR services include animal procurement, training, research and surgery support, and veterinary assistance for research development and animal care.
Office of Responsible Research Practices (ORRP): ORRP provides administrative support to the IACUC and the University research community. The ORRP staff assists investigators seeking committee approvals to conduct research and provides educational tools to support the responsible conduct of research. The ORRP staff supports the committee review procedures including meetings, semi-annual inspections and site visits to housing and procedure areas.
