Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the IACUC?
Any institution using animals to conduct research, teaching, or testing is required by federal regulations to establish an Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). The IACUC, qualified through the experience and expertise of its members, 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 institutions animal facilities to ensure compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.
The IACUC members are appointed by the Senior Vice President for Research after consultation with the IACUC, the Senior Associate Vice President for Research, the deans of the appropriate colleges, and the Office of Responsible Research Practices (ORRP).
