At its annual meeting AAALAC presented its highest honor, the Bennett J. Cohen Award, to Dr. Thierry Decelle, DVM, MSc, DipVetLAS. The Bennett J. Cohen Award recognizes outstanding individuals who have provided exceptional service and significant contributions to AAALAC... Read More
AAALAC promotes Dr. Jacob (Jake) Werner to Senior Director–Education & OutreachAAALAC International has promoted Jacob (Jake) R. Werner, V.M.D., to the position of Senior Director – Education & Outreach. Dr. Werner has been serving as AAALAC's Director-United States of America (USA)... Read More
Congratulations James D. Cox, 2026 AAALAC Fellow!James D. Cox, RLATG, is the 2026 AALAS recipient of the AAALAC International Fellowship Award. Cox currently serves as Senior Director of Animal and Biological Services at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Janelia Research Campus... Read More
AAALAC appoints Dr. Cecile Baccanale Senior Director for North AmericaAAALAC has appointed Cecile Baccanale, D.V.M., Senior Director for North America. In this position, Dr. Baccanale will lead and oversee accreditation activities in North America, including managing all site visits in the Americas and providing education and outreach activities ... Read More
AAALAC releases Position Statement on Culture of CareAAALAC has released a new Position Statement affirming its commitment to recognizing and promoting a proactive and compassionate approach to animal care and use in science and education. Read the Full Statement
AAALAC releases Position Statement on the 3RsIn celebration of its 60th anniversary, AAALAC has released a new Position Statement reaffirming its deep-rooted commitment to the ethical framework of the 3Rs—Replacement, Reduction, and Refinement—in the care and use of animals in science. Read the Full Statement
Nonhuman Primate Breeding Programs and AAALACReflective of international interest, AAALAC International receives questions regarding its approach to accrediting nonhuman primate breeding programs around the globe. Learn the standards and resources used in the rigorous evaluation of these programs... Read More
Communication from AAALAC regarding Rules of Accreditation and reporting of adverse eventsAAALAC stipulates that accredited institutions observe any and all statutes and governmental regulations which bear upon animal care and use. Accreditation standards further require institutions to promptly notify AAALAC of significant adverse events... Read More
About AAALAC's Accreditation ProcessAAALAC takes very seriously any possible deficiencies by accredited institutions that fall short of our standards that we identify via site visits, are self-reported or we become aware of via other means... Read More
AAALAC has two new resources (i-Brief and webinar recording) on what's changed, what hasn't and what's expected for accredted programs regarding adverse event reporting. Learn More
AAALAC has two new resources (publication and video) for learning more about what it's like to be an Ad Hoc Visitor for AAALAC. Learn More
Getting ready for your next AAALAC International site visit? Because preparation can vary by role, AAALAC has created a new presentation series with information specific to different audiences within your institution. View Now
AAALAC International has released a new video and publication on accreditation for wildlife programs. Both serve as an educational resource on the benefits and process of earning AAALAC accreditation for wildlife research and teaching programs. View Now
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AAALAC International has released a new publication on AAALAC accreditation and agricultural programs, including why agricultural animal research programs should participate, species accredited, and standards used. Read Now
AAALAC International has released a new video presentation on “Accreditation of Agricultural Programs.” This short video serves as an educational resource on the benefits and process of earning AAALAC accreditation for agricultural research and teaching programs. View Now
This short video serves as an educational resource for students on career pathways in laboratory animal medicine, produced by AAALAC International's Senior Veteinary Student Extern. View Now
AAALAC has published a new i-brief on "AAALAC International standards: The review and adoption process explained." This i-brief provides an overview of the different categories of standards and how they are reviewed and adopted by the Council... View Now
Updated for 2025! AAALAC referrs to specialty publications for supplemental information about procedures or techniques related to the care and use of laboratory animals. Learn more about these designated "Reference Resources"... Learn More
The first phase of the accreditation process is an extensive internal review of all aspects of your animal care and use program which comprises your “Program Description.” Here are top tips for getting it done… View Now
This One-Minute Introduction to AAALAC International is available to use to provide audiences with a quick overview of AAALAC's mission and work. View Now
