Laboratory Animal Users’ Handbook
The use of animals in research involves a number of regulatory, practical and ethical concerns. Investigators, related staff, and students should use the handbook to understand the important issues related to using animals in research.
Download the Laboratory Animal Users' Handbook
Committee on Animal Care
The Committee on Animal Care (CAC) is an Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) overseeing animal research and ensuring the Institute's compliance with federal, state, local, and institutional regulations, including the Animal Welfare Act and Public Health Service Policy which mandate the existence, structure and function of an IACUC.
MIT Certificates are required to access the Committee on Animal Care website.
Resources for Grant Writing
Research Administration Services provides information about preparing and submitting a proposal.
Compassion Fatigue
Professionals working with research animals care deeply for research animals and advancing science, but this work can come with many challenges. Learn more about compassion fatigue and DCM support for animal research professionals.