IACUC Inspections to Resume

As per guidance from the National Institutes of Health Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare (NIH OLAW), the University of Kentucky is expected to conduct previously postponed site inspections as soon as the IACUC can safely do so. Site inspections will resume in accordance with Phase 3 guidelines as established by the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR). PIs and/or animal facility area supervisors will be contacted by email to determine the best days and times for an inspection. Inspection details will be discussed at that time. The CPR (Continuing Protocol Review) program will also resume in accordance with Phase 3 guidelines. Additional details will be provided at a later date.

Announcements

New Animal Care and Use Requirements for all UK Investigators

Division of Laboratory Animal Resources, Office of the Attending Veterinarian

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.
Hart named University Attending Veterinarian

Cayuse Animal Oversight, Division of Laboratory Animal Resources, Office of the Attending Veterinarian

Michael W. Hart, DVM, MS, DACLAM, has been named Attending Veterinarian for the University of Kentucky. Hart previously served as Director of Animal Resources and University Veterinarian at Georgia State University.
IACUC Annual Protocols Requirement Change

Cayuse Animal Oversight, Division of Laboratory Animal Resources, Office of the Attending Veterinarian

With the passing of the 21st Century Cures Act and aligning with NIH/PHS Policy, the USDA is no longer requiring annual review of IACUC protocols. Principal investigators (PIs) will not submit information for annual review and approval in the Cayuse system.