Animal care program: Administrative officials are responsible for ensuring a strong commitment to the humane care of vertebrate animals used for research, teaching, and training at UCSD.
Principles:
- An environment that promotes the humane care and treatment of animals is maintained and is a priority focus.
- Policies and regulations governing the care and use of laboratory animals are understood and followed.
- Administrative resources, financial support, and facility improvements to support programs are established.
- Programs to educate the public, media, political and governmental officials are supported.
- An open and cooperative environment is present to promote communication between campus and non-campus personnel/ committees.
Responsibilities:
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Inquiries about research: Consult with the appropriate institutional communications office and government affairs officials if you have had any inquiries about research conducted at UCSD.
Questions? For contact information about animal care, see Animal Care and Use Program. For information or comments on the Administrative Responsibilities Handbook, contact Laura Osante, (858) 534-0660.
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