Animal and Biosafety Programs

The Animal Care & Use Program (ACUP) includes the Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee (IACUC) and Animal Resources Center (ARC) as well as other stakeholders on campus. Explore comprehensive resources and information to support researchers engaged in animal research at UT Austin.

The Biosafety Compliance Program includes the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), Institutional Review Entity (IRE), and Stem Cell Research Oversight (SCRO). It is jointly supported by Environmental Health & Safety.

Find information on IACUC review procedures and semiannual inspections, as well as meetings and fees.

Find information and support on issues related to veterinary care, animal housing and animal ordering.

Find information on IBC policies and procedures, protocol review process and meeting dates, minutes and contacts.

Find information on IRE policies and procedures, review process and meeting dates, and contacts.

EHS reviews safety procedures and assists researchers by inspecting laboratories with compliance with federal and state requirements for biological research.