1.4, Care and Use of Animals in Research and Teaching

 Policy Statement

Cornell University regards the use of animals in research, teaching, and testing to be an integral component of continued progress in science, education, and agriculture. The university expects all of its animal facilities and programs to maintain the highest standards of animal care and use, and to be operated in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines.

 Entities Affected by This Policy

All units of the university, excluding the Weill Cornell Medical Colleges in New York City and Qatar.

 Policy Information

• Responsible Executive: Vice Provost for Research/Institutional Official
• Responsible Offices:  Center for Research Animal Resources and Education /Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee 
• Dates: Issued: May 8, 2002; Revised: April 28, 2004, Updated: August 8, 2005, June 6, 2006, August 28, 2007
• Contact: Your local unit's administrative office

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