Animal ethics
Animal ethics approval is required for all research or teaching conducted with animals
The humanest possible treatment of experimental animals, far from being an obstacle, is actually a prerequisite for successful animal experiments. Russell & Burch, 1959.
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Apply for ethics approval
Our step by step guide is designed to give you more information about how to make an application, and the process of getting approved
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Meetings and deadlines
Animal ethics committee meeting dates and deadlines
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Frequently asked questions
Why and when approval is needed, the review and approval process
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Forms, guidance and training
Application and amendment forms and guidance documents, monitoring and intervention criteria sheet templates, example applications
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Animal care and use standards
Standards to guide best practice on the care and use of animals for scientific purposes
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Managing approved projects
Information on submitting amendments, annual reporting requirements, monitoring your animals, and adverse event reporting
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For AEC members
Resources and information for animal ethics committee members
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Resources
Resources to assist the application process
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Contacts
Contact details for the Animal Ethics team in the Office of Research Ethics and Integrity