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Major Organizations within the Biomedical Industry
AAALAC
The Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care
is a private, nonprofit organization that promotes the humane treatment of
animals in science through voluntary accreditation and assessment programs.
AALAS
The American Association for Animal Laboratory Sciences is an organization
committed to serving society through education and the advancement of
responsible laboratory animal care and use. One of AALAS' goals is to be a
resource for continuing education, training, and knowledge exchange.
AVMA
The American Veterinary Medical Association is a not-for-profit association
that represents veterinarians in private and corporate practice, government,
industry, academia, and uniformed services.
BIO
The Biotechnology Industry Organization’s priorities include leadership on
drug safety issues, supporting stem cell research and state-level funding for
all biotechnology platforms, tax reform, and support for agricultural and
industrial applications.
FBR
Foundation for Biomedical Research is the nation’s oldest and largest
organization dedicated to improving human and animal health by promoting public
understanding and support for the humane and responsible use of animals in
medical and scientific research.
IACUC
According to U.S. federal law, institutions that use laboratory animals for
research or instructional purposes must establish an Institutional Animal Care
and Use Committee to oversee and evaluate all aspects of the institution's
animal care and use program.
NABR
The National Association for Biomedical Research is a nonprofit
organization dedicated solely to advocating sound public policy that recognizes
the vital role of humane animal use in biomedical research, higher education,
and product safety testing.
PhRMA
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America represents the
country’s leading pharmaceutical research and biotechnology companies, which
are devoted to inventing medicines that allow patients to live longer,
healthier, and more productive lives.
PRIM&R
Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research is dedicated to creating,
implementing, and advancing the highest ethical standards in the conduct of
research.
SUBR
The States United for Biomedical Research’s purpose is to promote public
understanding and increase appreciation of the value of biomedical research,
including the humane care and use of research animals.
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