Institute of Laboratory Animal Research

The Institute of Laboratory Animal Research (ILAR) is a division of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine that provides guidance on the ethical and humane use of animals in scientific research. Its goal is to promote high standards for animal care, welfare, and scientific validity, ensuring that research involving animals is conducted responsibly. ILAR brings together experts to develop best practices, review policies, and advance understanding of animal-based research to benefit medicine, science, and societal health.