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Mission

Mission Statement for the IACUC

The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) is federally mandated to review and approve protocols for Northwestern’s program for the humane care and use of animals, inspect the animal facilities and investigator laboratories, and report its findings to the Institutional Official. It also makes recommendations to the Institutional Official regarding any aspect of the institution’s animal program, facilities, or personnel training. 

Mission Statement for the IACUC Office

The mission of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Office is to foster an environment that supports high quality research and education with animals while ensuring Northwestern University’s animal care program is in accordance with all federal, state, institutional and accrediting requirements.  With a focus on the highest standards of customer service, the IACUC Office supports the regulatory requirements of the IACUC (Committee) and serves as a liaison between the research community and the Committee.