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ALAT Chapters 1-4
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, Laboratory animal science (LAS) the scientific and technical information and techniques focused on the care of
laboratory animals
veterinary specialty of laboratory animal medicine diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases in laboratory animals
When did laboratory animal science emerge as an 1940s
organized field?
Dr. Nathan Brewer led a group of veterinarians in 1950 to form the Animal Care Panel (ACP)
philosophy of ACP those who use animals for research have a moral obligation to provide for their
needs and ensure their welfare
AALAS in 1967 the ACP became the American Association for Laboratory Animal
Science (AALAS), a national organization dedicated to the humane care and
treatment of laboratory animals
two scientific journals published by AALAS Comparative Medicine and the Journal of the American Association for
Laboratory Animal Science (JAALAS)
AALAS branches provide educational programs and networking opportunities for members,
organized by 8 U.S. regions known as AALAS districts.
why are animal models used? The physiological processes in animal models can be very similar to humans
organizations that oppose animal research People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and Stop Huntingdon Animal
Cruelty USA (SHACUSA)
PI principal investigator, or PI, is the scientist who plans and coordinates all phases
of the research work and prepares the protocol, a plan that describes how the
research will be done
Co-Investigators and Research Technicians perform the specific research tasks required for the protocol; collect, organize
and analyze the data generated from the research protocol
Laboratory Animal Veterinarian coordinates animal care activities and advises investigators on proper animal
model selection and use; responsible for the overall maintenance of animal
colony health and assurance of compliance with regulations and policies
Laboratory Animal Technicians perform animal care functions critical to the maintenance of healthy animals
Commercial Animal Suppliers and Equipment provide animals that meet specific research requirements
Manufacturers
Interpersonal conflicts 1) talk with the individual and try to resolve the issue, 2) discuss the problem with
your supervisor or the facility director
ALAT Chapters 1-4
** Expert-Verified Explanation
** Questions with Verified Answer
** New Edition | 2026-2027 Updated
** 100% Guaranteed Pass
** 100% Correct Answers | Graded A+
, Laboratory animal science (LAS) the scientific and technical information and techniques focused on the care of
laboratory animals
veterinary specialty of laboratory animal medicine diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases in laboratory animals
When did laboratory animal science emerge as an 1940s
organized field?
Dr. Nathan Brewer led a group of veterinarians in 1950 to form the Animal Care Panel (ACP)
philosophy of ACP those who use animals for research have a moral obligation to provide for their
needs and ensure their welfare
AALAS in 1967 the ACP became the American Association for Laboratory Animal
Science (AALAS), a national organization dedicated to the humane care and
treatment of laboratory animals
two scientific journals published by AALAS Comparative Medicine and the Journal of the American Association for
Laboratory Animal Science (JAALAS)
AALAS branches provide educational programs and networking opportunities for members,
organized by 8 U.S. regions known as AALAS districts.
why are animal models used? The physiological processes in animal models can be very similar to humans
organizations that oppose animal research People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and Stop Huntingdon Animal
Cruelty USA (SHACUSA)
PI principal investigator, or PI, is the scientist who plans and coordinates all phases
of the research work and prepares the protocol, a plan that describes how the
research will be done
Co-Investigators and Research Technicians perform the specific research tasks required for the protocol; collect, organize
and analyze the data generated from the research protocol
Laboratory Animal Veterinarian coordinates animal care activities and advises investigators on proper animal
model selection and use; responsible for the overall maintenance of animal
colony health and assurance of compliance with regulations and policies
Laboratory Animal Technicians perform animal care functions critical to the maintenance of healthy animals
Commercial Animal Suppliers and Equipment provide animals that meet specific research requirements
Manufacturers
Interpersonal conflicts 1) talk with the individual and try to resolve the issue, 2) discuss the problem with
your supervisor or the facility director
