Worksheet to assist with protocol development
Use the following worksheet to help keep track of the searches conducted, experts consulted, and justifications if an alternative is found, but why it will not work for your research, teaching, or breeding protocol.
The use of this worksheet is completely voluntary; it is not submitted to the IACUC for a proposal review.
However, it can be used to assist with determining resources to consult and develop effective search strategies to compile 3Rs related information for the IACUC protocols at Virginia Tech.
Additional guide on literature searching
Check out UNC's Health Sciences Library guide on "Searching the Literature for Animal Testing Alternatives" (UNC Health Sciences Library) - provides a step-by-step literature review process specifically for the 3Rs/alternatives.