Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC)

The Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC) is a nonprofit organization that evaluates and accredits research facilities using animals to ensure they meet high standards of ethical treatment and care. Its goal is to promote humane, responsible, and scientifically valid use of animals in research. AAALAC conducts thorough reviews of facilities’ practices, facilities, and management to ensure compliance with ethical guidelines. Accreditation by AAALAC indicates that a location follows best practices for animal welfare, supporting both scientific integrity and humane treatment.