IACUC Schedule and FAQs

IACUC Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is IACUC approval needed for use of animals in teaching activities?
Yes 

My grant is for 4 years can I get IACUC approval for 4 years as well?
No, NIH mandates that every project receive full review and protocol every 3 years. 

My research involves collaboration on animal use at another institution. Do I need IACUC approval?
Please reach out to the office for guidance on your research collaboration.

My animals are used for learning studies and are healthy after being used. Can I give these to other researchers for their studies?
Only if both you and the designated study have prior IACUC approval. 

May I bring animals in that were bred at other research institutions?
Yes, but only with approval of the veterinarian. Animals that will be housed in the facility must be kept in quarantine for up to 12 weeks.

Who can I contact if any questions or concerns regarding animal use or facility?

If you have any questions or concerns about animal use or husbandry, please contact the following:

Facility Manager: 718.997.3261 or email the ORC Office.  All conversations and/or correspondence will be kept confidential.

Animal Facility

FACILITIES:

The Manager of the Animal Facility is responsible for the care of all research animals maintained at Queens College. The facilities are located in Science Building and Remsen Hall this includes rooms for housing, testing, quarantine, and surgical procedures.

The facility staff provides animal husbandry services and monitors all animals daily.

ORDERING ANIMALS:

All animal orders must be placed by the Facility Director from approved animal vendors. To order animals review the policy on animal ordering guidelines. Transfer of animals from other institutions must get prior approval from the Facility Manager and IACUC Committee. The Facility Manager must also be consulted about any animals requiring special housing or feeding needs.

TRAINING:

All individuals including PIs and staff who are handling animals in research must complete the following requirements:

• Must have a protocol approved by the IACUC office or must be part of a IACUC protocol prior to accessing the facility.

• Complete on-line CITI training(s) valid for 3 years. Retake the CITI refresher prior to expiration.

• Lab personnel must also receive training by the Principal Investigator as well as Facility Manager before they may work with animals. Animal facility manager and/or veterinary technician training will include general handling of animals and maintenance.