Management of Animal Care and Use Programs in Research, Education, and Testing, Second Edition

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Biomedical research using animals requires administrators and managers who are knowledgeable and highly skilled. They must adapt to the complexity of rapidly-changing technologies, balance research goals with a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements and guidelines, and know how to work with a multi-generational, multi-cultural workforce. Management of Animal Care and Use Programs in Research, Education, and Testing, Second Edition is the extensively expanded revision of the popular Management of Laboratory Animal Care and Use Programs book published earlier this century. Following in the footsteps of the first edition, this revision will serve as a first line management resource, provide for strong advocacy for advancing quality animal welfare and science worldwide, and continue as a valuable seminal reference for those engaged in all types of programs involving animal care and use. It has more than doubled the number of chapters in the original volume to present a more comprehensive overview of the current breadth and depth of the field with applicability to an international audience. Readers will be provided with the latest information and resource and reference material from authors who are noted experts in their field. Content: Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Table of Contents Foreword Preface to the Second Edition Editors Contributors Reviewers Section I : Introduction/Historical Overview Chapter 1: Evolution of Laboratory Animal Program Management Conclusion Section II : Developing a Collaborative Culture of Caring Chapter 2: Culture of Care: Organizational Responsibilities Introduction Organizational Commitment Designing a Culture of Care Key Characteristics of a Culture of Care Structure Human-Animal Bond and Staff Empowerment Communication Training Recognition Auditing and Continuous Improvement Internal Audits and AAALAC Accreditation Reinforcement The 3Rs Conclusion Acknowledgments References Chapter 3: Fostering Collaborative Roles and Responsibilities for Members of an IACUC or Oversight Body Introduction The Program Establishing a Culture of Compliance, Conscience, and Respect The IACUC The Institutional Official The IACUC Chair The IACUC Administrator The Attending Veterinarian Conclusion References Chapter 4: Bioethics and Animal Use in Programs of Research, Teaching, and Testing Introduction Relevant Historical Philosophical Approaches Regarding Animal Use Philosophical Concepts Utilitarianism Morally Relevant Difference between Humans and Animals Guidelines and Principles The 3Rs U.S. Government Principles for the Utilization and Care of Vertebrate Animals Used in Testing, Research, and Training NASA Sundowner Principles Religion Contemporary Issues Biomedical Activities Are Not Monolithic Changing the Legal Status of Animals Other Contemporary Issues Public Perceptions about the Use of Animals in Biomedical Activities Media Portrayal of Animal Use in Biomedical Activities Value of Biomedical Activities Involving Animals Some Specific Examples of the Value of Animal-Based Medical Research Is History Prologue? Impact of Emerging Technologies Can Animal Use Be Prohibited? Application of Ethical Concerns of Oversight Bodies Such as Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees and Ethics Review Committees Risk (Harm) versus Benefit Assessment Role of Animal Care and Use Administrators, Directors, and Managers in Fostering Ethical and Compliant Programs Application of Ethical Concerns by Other Institutional Individuals Value of External Review of Animal Care and Use Programs Conclusion Attachment I Selected Examples of the Laws and Regulations That May Apply to Biomedical Activities Conducted in the United States and Canada Other Import and Export of Animals State and Local Regulations Guidelines References Chapter 5: Behavioral Management Programs to Promote Laboratory Animal Welfare Introduction to Behavioral Management Constructs to Achieve with Behavioral Management Personnel Involved in Behavioral Management