Animal Ethics Committee

/ˈænɪməl ˈɛθɪks kəˌmɪti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A formally established body responsible for reviewing and approving research proposals involving the use of animals to ensure ethical standards and legal compliance.
    The animal ethics committee rejected the research proposal due to inadequate welfare measures.

Forms

  • animal ethics committee
  • animal ethics committees

Commentary

Animal ethics committees play a critical role in balancing scientific research needs with animal welfare concerns, requiring clear procedural rules to withstand legal scrutiny.

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