Yes, also see http://grants.nih.gov/grants/olaw/faqs.htm#App_5
Does the PHS Policy apply to larval forms of amphibians and fish?
Yes, larval forms of fish and amphibians have vertebrae and are covered by the PHS Policy.
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On Sep 7, 2012, at 12:58 PM, Karen Dickinson-Mazzei wrote:
> Hi Christine,
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> The PHS defines animals as "Any live, vertebrate animal used or intended for use in research, research training, experimentation, or biological testing or for related purposes." I took biology so long ago that I can't say for sure, but as I recall frogs are considered vertebrate animals. If so, they would be covered.
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> On 9/7/2012 7:35 AM, Christine Hempowicz wrote:
>> Dear Listserv Members:
>>
>> Could anyone tell me if tadpoles are covered by the Animal Welfare Act or
>> any regulations regarding the use of animals in research? I can't remember.
>> Our institution does not have an IACUC and one faculty member is asking.
>>
>> Thank you!
>>
>> Christine Hempowicz
>>
>> Christine Hempowicz, Ed.D., CRA
>> Director, Office of Sponsored Research and Programs
>> University of Bridgeport
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