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The Biological Sciences Department of Wellesley College uses a variety of both living and non-living organisms in conducting research and in teaching a diversity of laboratory and field courses. The use and/or the collection of some organisms is regulated by federal, state and local laws. Organisms that are endangered, that are potential pathogens, or whose misuse violates current standards of ethics are, generally, the subject of such laws. Given that the study of science is best facilitated through hands-on investigation, the department recommends that potential users of organisms:<BR> | The Biological Sciences Department of Wellesley College uses a variety of both living and non-living organisms in conducting research and in teaching a diversity of laboratory and field courses. The use and/or the collection of some organisms is regulated by federal, state and local laws. Organisms that are endangered, that are potential pathogens, or whose misuse violates current standards of ethics are, generally, the subject of such laws. Given that the study of science is best facilitated through hands-on investigation, the department recommends that potential users of organisms:<BR> | ||
#include in course descriptions the nature and extent of organism use, | |||
#question the importance of the objective(s) of the proposed experimental procedure, | |||
#explore whether the scientific objective(s) of the procedure can be met without the use or organisms, | |||
#clearly communicate to students why the use of the organisms is necessary to fulfill the stated objective(s), | |||
#be conservative in the use of organisms, | |||
#refrain from using threatened or endangered species, | |||
#properly train persons in the handling and care of organism, | |||
#abide by federal, state, and local regulations concerning the use of all organisms, including plants and pathogens, and | |||
#treat the organisms and their tissues with respect. | |||
Concerns about this policy and its implementation by members of the Biological Sciences Department should be communicated in writing to 1) the staff member involved, 2) the chair of the Biological Sciences Department, and 3) the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). Please see also IACUC policy for reporting deficiencies in animal care and/or use, p. XI<br><br> | Concerns about this policy and its implementation by members of the Biological Sciences Department should be communicated in writing to 1) the staff member involved, 2) the chair of the Biological Sciences Department, and 3) the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). Please see also IACUC policy for reporting deficiencies in animal care and/or use, p. XI<br><br> | ||
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