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Happy World Rat Day!
April 4, 2023 is World Rat Day! The RRRC would like to acknowledge the important contributions to science and medicine made possible by the use of rats in biomedical research.
April 04, 2023
Exciting Job Opportunities
April 03, 2023
The RRRC is looking to expand its team! We have positions available in colony management, data curation, cryobiology, reproductive biology, and customer service. We are also looking for individuals interested in post-doctoral training with both a service and research emphasis. Interested in learning more? Contact Dr. Elizabeth Bryda at rrrc@missouri.edu.
NIH Extrinsic Factors Workshop
August 09, 2022
Enhance Rigor and Reproducibility in Animal Research by Managing Extrinsic Factors
When: September 23, 28, and 30, 2022
Venue: Zoom
Register: scgcorp.com/ExtrinsicFactorsWS
The workshop will be a forum to discuss the current status of and needs for understanding extrinsic environmental factors; their potential impact on animal research outcomes; and how facilities may optimally manage, monitor, and report these extrinsic factors in an effort to enhance reproducibility and rigor in animal research. The focus of this workshop will be on identifying gaps, opportunities, and new approaches in husbandry of commonly and widely used animal models; relevant environmental factors and conditions; and the need for novel instruments, equipment, and infrastructure for animal research core facilities (e.g., modern design of research core facilities, high-throughput equipment, telemetry for behavioral research).
Rats on the rise
July 20, 2021
Rats on the rise. Ellen P. Neff (Lab Animal, 2021). After a genetic revolution in the 80s, mice overtook rats as the laboratory animal of choice for many researchers. But in recent years, the gene editing capabilities that had lagged a little for the larger rodent have been coming up to par with their murine cousins. Is a return to rats on the way?
RRRC Fully Operational
June 14, 2020
The RRRC is fully operational at this time and we are excited to be able to assist researchers with all their rat-related needs. Shipping Policy
Shipping Policy
The shipping company (courier) is selected by the receiving institution. Upon transfer from the RRRC, animals become the responsibility of the shipper and any issues that arise during the shipping process are between the receiving institution and their chosen courier. Should shipping delays occur, it is the responsibility of the receiving institution to work with the courier to ensure successful shipment. The RRRC cannot be held responsible for loss of animals or health problems that occur once custody of the animals is assumed by the shipper.
If delays occur in shipping, the RRRC can work with the client and shipper to assist in determining an optimal solution. This may include, but is not limited to, having the shipper identify a local source to maintain animals in a temperature controlled environment, checking animal health and supplementing food and water. In cases where extended delay is inevitable, euthanasia may be required. In these situations, the RRRC will determine accessibility of replacement animals, but additional costs to the client (or shipper) will be incurred. Return of animals to the RRRC is not a viable option.
List of Courier Services
The shipping company (courier) is selected by the receiving institution. Upon transfer from the RRRC, animals become the responsibility of the shipper and any issues that arise during the shipping process are between the receiving institution and their chosen courier. Should shipping delays occur, it is the responsibility of the receiving institution to work with the courier to ensure successful shipment. The RRRC cannot be held responsible for loss of animals or health problems that occur once custody of the animals is assumed by the shipper.
If delays occur in shipping, the RRRC can work with the client and shipper to assist in determining an optimal solution. This may include, but is not limited to, having the shipper identify a local source to maintain animals in a temperature controlled environment, checking animal health and supplementing food and water. In cases where extended delay is inevitable, euthanasia may be required. In these situations, the RRRC will determine accessibility of replacement animals, but additional costs to the client (or shipper) will be incurred. Return of animals to the RRRC is not a viable option.
List of Courier Services
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