Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare (OLAW)

The Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare (OLAW) is a U.S. government agency that oversees the ethical use and care of animals in research. It ensures that laboratories follow federal standards to provide humane treatment, proper housing, and veterinary care. OLAW also reviews and approves research protocols involving animals to promote responsible scientific practices. Its goal is to balance the advancement of biomedical knowledge with the welfare of the animals involved, fostering ethical and responsible research environments.