Resources for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
The Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC). You can find a link to Northwestern University’s AAALAC accreditation letter here.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. You can find links to Northwestern University’s USDA inspection reports here (1) (2) (3) (4).
The Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare (OLAW)
The Department of Defense (DoD)
The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, commonly referred to as simply “The Guide,” assists institutions in caring for and using animals in ways judged to be scientifically, technically, and humanely appropriate. It is the basis for many animal regulations.
Read a virtual conversation with Dr. Henry S. Friedman, Neuro-oncologist with questions and answers about animal research. This article is published by the Foundation for Medical Research.
The Foundation for Biomedical Research is the oldest and largest organization in the US dedicated to improving human and animal health by promoting public understanding and support for humane and responsible animal research.
Americans for Medical Progress focuses on public outreach that builds understanding and appreciation for necessary and humane animal research.
Understanding Animal Research promotes broad understanding and acceptance of the humane use of animals in biomedical research in the UK, to advance science and medicine.
Speaking of Research provides accurate information about the importance of animal research/animal testing in medical and veterinary science.