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ATTENTION
All RESEARCHERS who hold a current DEA License
OR
RESEARCHERS wishing to obtain a DEA License
YOU MUST also OBTAIN a MS STATE BOARD of PHARMACY CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE LICENSE - Process for obtaining MS Controlled Substance License
Beginning January 1, 2010 investigators will be required to use the revised Animal Activity Protocol Form (rev. 10/2009) that was recently approved by the IACUC. The format of the Assurance/Search/Narrative section has been changed to assist investigators in providing the necessary information required by the USDA and OLAW regulations. The Roland Medical Library reference desk (ext. 4-1231) is available to provide additional assistance with protocol searches, if needed.
Updated Policy - Management of Supected Protocol Noncompliance - now includes list of Animal Research Related Issues of Noncompliance
The "nuts and bolts" on the DEA License Application Process and Appropriate Disposal of Expired Controlled Substances - presented by Investigator Angela Lee, DEA, Jackson, MS, October 2009
Biosafety cabinet and Fume Hood certification
Certification provided by ENV Services
Contact Lori Gonzalez (800-690-3368, lgonzalez@envservice.com) to arrange service. Must supply make, model and serial number of unit to obtain a quote.
Approximate price: $185/hood + $15 fuel surcharge per visit
Center of Biostatistics now available to assist with question #17, Justification of Animal Number.
New from the National Academies: Recognizing and Alleviating Pain in Animals
Latest submission dates
Mission
The committee's charge is to oversee the care and use of animals in research, testing, and education at the University of Mississippi Medical Center; to review all proposed and ongoing research protocols involving the use of live animals, to ensure compliance with all federal, state and institutional policies and to ensure the inclusion of adequate and proper record keeping and surveillance.
Regulatory Authority
The IACUC is mandated by the Animal Welfare Act (Public Law #89-544) to evaluate the care, treatment, housing, and use of animals, and for certifying compliance with the Act by the research facility. Similarly the PHS policy on Humane Care.
Verterbrate Animals and Research Questions and Answers
OLAW Assurance letter
Animal Welfare Assurance Number A3275-01
MOU Memorandum of Understanding between UMC and the VA
UMC AAALAC accreditation date 6/19/2009