Division of Laboratory Animal Resources DLAR

Provide the highest quality of veterinary services and humane care and treatment to the laboratory animal species used by researchers at the University of Kentucky. Assisting in the continued advancement of scientific knowledge for the benefit of mankind and abiding by the ethical principles of humane animal care and good science in accordance with all regulatory agencies. While serving as a resource for knowledge and technical expertise by providing an atmosphere of mutual respect and cooperation with our researchers.

PHS assurance Number: A3336-01
USDA number: 61-R-0002
AAALAC International Unit #13

Most recent AAALAC International Accreditation Date: 18 November 2024

Announcements

New Animal Care and Use Requirements for all UK Investigators

In response to the recent AAALAC accreditation site visit, OAV, DLAR and IACUC have made enhancements that are expected to yield improvements in animal welfare, training and reduce instances of noncompliance with regulations, policies and approved protocols.

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Cayuse Animal Oversight

The University of Kentucky IACUC is pleased to announce that Annual Protocol Reviews are no longer required. PIs will no longer submit information for annual review and approval in the Cayuse system. Please report any unanticipated adverse events and noncompliances directly to your clinical veterinarian (DLAR) or the Attending Veterinarian. This update does not affect three-year de novo reviews. IACUCs are still required to conduct a complete review of animal activities every 3 years. Any changes to approved protocol activities must be submitted as an amendment.

DEA Registration

In order to complete the online application for a DEA-225 Research Registration see Section X of the UK Researcher Guide for the use of DEA Controlled Substances. This document also has important information regarding a registrant holder's responsibilities.

If you encounter any issues or have questions, please contact a DLAR Veterinarian for assistance.

DLAR Workshops & Continuing Education Credits

DLAR offers a variety of workshops and seminars, including Injection Techniques and Post-Surgical Monitoring. To see a list of offered subjects, see the Training page. All workshops and seminars offered by DLAR are eligible to fulfill IACUC Continuing Education Credit requirements. Presentation PowerPoints are available on the Training page.

Outside Resources

Charles River Laboratories

Charles River Laboratories offers a free video article on JoVE, "Principles of Rodent Surgery for the New Surgeon".

Jackson Lab

Webinars - Investigators need to register for upcoming webinars, and the presentation will be provided to those registered. Register for these webinars here.
On-Demand Videos - Investigators need to register to watch. Register and access the videos here.

Nature ARRIVE

Nature introduces editorial measures to improve consistency and quality of reporting in life-sciences articles. Central to this initiative is a checklist intended to prompt authors to disclose technical and statistical information in their sessions, and to encourage referees to consider aspects important for research reproducibility. Access the ARRIVE guidelines here.