The mission of FLSC is to foster and support biomedical research and instruction
at the University of Notre Dame by:
* Ensuring a humane animal care and use program that meets the needs of
faculty, staff and students.
* Complying with regulations, nationally accepted guidelines and accreditation
standards pertaining to the
use of animals in research and instruction.
* Advancing knowledge in laboratory animal science.
This mission will be accomplished in a timely and effective manner by a
skilled staff who:
* Monitors and evaluates the University animal care and use program on
behalf of the Institutional Animal
Care and Use Committee (IACUC),
* Provides an animal husbandry and technical support program.
* Develops and implements strategies for environmental enrichment of animals.
* Fosters public understanding regarding the use of animals in research
and teaching.
* Provides a program of veterinary care that utilizes current best practices.
* Provides knowledgeable advice and consultation on construction and renovation
of animal- related housing and support spaces.
* Provides and encourages continuing education for personnel who care for
and use animals in research and education.
* Fosters a positive, supportive, and safe working environment for all
personnel.
Freimann Life Science Center can be contacted
at :
e-mail: ndflsc.ndflsc.1@nd.edu phone: 574-631-6085
FAX : 574-631-4519
Last Updated 4/1/07
