Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (2012/2013))
Membership
Four faculty members representing academic departments utilizing vertebrate animals for research, testing, training or related purposes; one faculty member from a department not utilizing animals in research; one veterinarian; one staff member from the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs; and one member of the community not associated with the University. All members are to be appointed annually by the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Chair
Chair appointed by Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs
Term
Two Year
Function
To recommend policies and procedures and provide oversight in accordance with federal and state rules and regulations concerning the uses, care, housing, and disposal of vertebrate animals held or used for research, teaching, or other activities; to inspect annually the animal facilities; to maintain all records related to the use of vertebrate animals in research; and to file appropriate reports.
| Name | Title | Dept/College/Office | Term Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stacie Appleton | Assistant Professor | Agriculture | 2013/2014 |
|
Dr. Brent Burt Chair |
Assistant Professor | Biology | 2013/2014 |
| Dr. Carrie Brown | Director | Office of Research & Sponsored Programs | 2013/2014 |
| Dr. Chris Comer | Assistant Professor | Wildlife Management | 2013/2014 |
| Dr. Warren Conway | Assistant Professor | Forestry | 2013/2014 |
| Dr. Ronald Lott | Veterinarian | Appleby Sand Road Animal Clinic | 2013/2014 |
| Dr. Christopher Sams | Assistant Professor | English | 2013/2014 |
| Mr. Tommy Wheeler | Director | Nacogdoches Animal Shelter | 2013/2014 |