Research using experimental animals has been progressed rapidly. Therefore, researchers and students must understand the principles and management of experimental animals. In order to obtain high-validity data, the principle of animal welfare must be maintained, and the research procedures using experimental animals must be considered carefully. When animals are used in biomedical research, it must comply with international scientific standards, including the principles of animal welfare.
Quality assurance in using experimental animals that meet animal welfare principles at SVMBS IPB University is conducted by the Ethics Commission for Experimental Animals (Komisi Etik Hewan Coba/KEH) as an independent institution that is competent, has integrity and legal aspect.
Roles and Functions
The Ethics Commission for Experimental Animals IPB University was established based on the Decree of the Dean of SVMBS IPB University. It has the following roles and functions:
The composition of the SVMBS IPB University Ethics Commission for Experimental Animals
Responsible Person: Prof Drh Deni Noviana, PhD, DAiCVIM (Dean of SVMBS IPB University)
Advisor : Dr Drh Andriyanto, M.Si (Deputy Dean of Resources, Cooperation and Development of SVMBS IPB University)
Chair: Prof Drh Arief Boediono, PhD, PAVet (K)
Scope
All types of research and education using experimental animals within the School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, IPB University. The KEH SVMBS IPB University does not serve requests for ethical eligibility for research using animals conducted externally of IPB University.
Flow of Request for Ethical Eligibility
Contact
Ethics Commission for Experimental Animals
Person in Charge: Prof. Drh Arief Boediono, PhD, PAVet (K) ( ab@apps.ipb.ac.id )
Administration : Restika Rahayu, SE