Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Office

Last Updated: September 22, 2023 1:05:46 PM PDT

Research Compliance and Integrity

The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Office is one of the four core offices of the Research Compliance and Integrity Program in Research Affairs, along with Export Control, Conflict of Interest and Research Misconduct.

The IACUC oversees the university's animal care and use program and is responsible for reviewing all animal use protocols, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, inspecting animal facilities and laboratories, and overseeing training and educational programs.

USDA Registration Number 93-R-0437

PHS Assurance Number A3033-1 or D16-00020

AAALAC Accreditation Number 000503. Continuously accredited since February 19, 1980. Most recent accreditation date is March 24, 2023.

What You Need to Know

Protocol Submission Deadlines

Protocol Submission Deadlines	IACUC Review Meeting Dates
September 22, 2023	October 18, 2023
October 20, 2023	November 15, 2023
November 17, 2023	December 13, 2023
December 15, 2023	January 17, 2024
January 19, 2024	February 21, 2024

Due to the extensive pre-review process, we strictly adhere to the above deadlines.

Need Help?
Animal-related emergencies, contact the Animal Care Program, (858) 534-6064.
Protocol issues, contact the IACUC office, (858) 534-6069.
Single Sign On help, contact your departmental DSA or MSO.