NIH Grants and Funding
In this issue:
- Upcoming PRIM&R Workshop: AI-Driven Behavioral Analysis [External Event]
- Webinar: CUSP at One: Reflections, Results, and the Road Ahead [External Event]
- Reminder: 2026 ARC Seminar Series February Events [External Events]
- IACUC 101 Plus [External Event]
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Upcoming PRIM&R Workshop: AI-Driven Behavioral Analysis [External Event]
March 26, 2026 | 1:00-2:30 PM ET | Virtual
Members: $225 Nonmembers $330
This workshop explores the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in preclinical research, focusing on how AI-driven behavioral monitoring of mice and rats enhances data accuracy, reduces variability, and improves animal welfare. Having an electronic system flag potential animal behaviors and alert staff that veterinary treatments may need to be initiated saves time, reduces animal welfare incidents, and ensures animal welfare issues are caught early. In this session, speakers and attendees will examine real-world applications, ethical considerations, and the impact of AI on study outcomes in biotech and pharmaceutical research.
CE Credit participants will receive a certificate of attendance that documents up to 1.5 continuing education credit hours for their attendance at this webinar. Certificates of attendance are useful for obtaining CE credits from professional associations. Each association's guidelines for accepting CE credit hours (in-person or virtual) may differ. Please consult the appropriate association representative for information on if, and how many, CE credits from this PRIM&R webinar may be used.
CPIA Participants holding the Certified Professional in IACUC Administration (CPIA®) credential may apply 1.5 continuing education credits towards CPIA recertification. Please refer to the CPIA recertification guidelines for additional information.
About PRIM&R: Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research (PRIM&R) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded in 1974 that works to ensure the highest ethical standards in research by providing education, membership, and other professional resources to the research and research oversight community, including those who work with human subjects protections programs (HRPPs), institutional review boards (IRBs), animal care and use programs, and institutional animal care and use committees (IACUCs).
Information regarding this external event is provided as a courtesy. Please direct all questions to the host organization.
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Webinar: CUSP at One: Reflections, Results, and the Road Ahead [External Event]
March 25, 2026 | 11:30 AM ET | Virtual
Join Scott Bury (Vanderbilt University), Aubrey Schoenleben (University of Washington), and Julie Sharp (University of California, San Francisco) for an update on the Compliance Unit Standard Procedure (CUSP) Sharing Site — a multi-institutional initiative developed in collaboration with the Federal Demonstration Partnership (FDP).
Launched in 2025, CUSP is an online database designed to support the sharing of standard procedures used in animal research. This webinar will provide guidance on joining the platform, share perspectives from participating institutions, highlight results from an ongoing user survey, and explore future directions for the initiative.
CUSP aims to reduce administrative burden and strengthen inter-institutional communication among researchers and regulators, while enhancing animal care through the dissemination of procedures demonstrated to meet the standards of IACUCs, veterinarians, researchers, and national regulatory bodies.
Information regarding this external event is provided as a courtesy. Please direct all questions to the host organization.
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Reminder: 2026 ARC Seminar Series February Events [External Events]
The schedule for initial 2026 ARC Seminar offerings is now available! Check out these exciting topics:
- 3-20-26 | Dr. William Singleton, DVM, DACLAM - Culture by Intention
- 3-26-26 | Dr. Joanna Fried, DVM, DACLAM, CPIA - - Implementing an IACUC-supported Voluntary Researcher Credentialing Program to Support a Culture of Compliance and Care
To see the 2026 schedule handout, click here: 2026 Schedule Handout. Please reach out to Eugene Matullo at [email protected] if you have any questions regarding the series or events.
About the ARC Seminar Series: The Animal Research Compliance (ARC) Seminar Series by EM3 is a nationally recognized virtual education and community engagement platform created to elevate the field of Animal Research Administration. Founded by Eugene Matullo, the series brings together professionals from across the research compliance community to share insights, best practices, and innovative approaches through specialized presentations and discussions. Serving over 300 institutions and more than 650 annual participants—including international attendees—the ARC Seminar Series fosters collaboration, professional growth, and community connection.
Information regarding this external event is being provided as a courtesy. Please direct all questions to the host organization.
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IACUC 101 Plus [External Event]
April 2 & 3, 2026 | 11:00 AM ET | Virtual
IACUC 101 Plus virtual program is 2 days of didactic and interactive educational opportunities for both new and seasoned IACUC members, IACUC affiliates, and others who contribute to their institution’s animal care and use program. The "Plus" portion of the program includes additional Wildlife and Post Approval Monitoring modules. This program is spread out over 2 days via Zoom. Didactic sessions address institutional responsibilities, IACUC charges, relevant informational resources, animal welfare laws, regulations and policies, and best practices. Students also are challenged to consider, deliberate, and develop action plans for a variety of potential IACUC scenarios. The course includes Q&A sessions with representatives from USDA and OLAW. This course will not be recorded. Presentation PDFs and other course materials that will be provided 2–3 days before the course
About IACUC 101: The IACUC 101 Series is an educational program designed to provide IACUC members, administrators, veterinarians, animal care staff, researchers, regulatory personnel, and compliance officers information about the role and responsibilities of the IACUC, including an understanding of federal policies and regulations governing laboratory animal welfare. The faculty consists of nationally recognized experts and representatives from private and academic biomedical research institutions, OLAW, USDA, and AAALAC International.
Information regarding this external event is being provided as a courtesy. Please direct all questions to the host organization.