Members commenting on the 2019 proposed updates to the AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals is now open through August 31. A blog post is available, giving a brief overview of what to expect and where to find all of the needed information including:
•    an executive summary of the changes,
•    a full-text markup showing all proposed language changes, and
•    a comment submission form.
 
You may also find these materials at: www.avma.org/Euthanasia. We encourage you to review and provide input into this process. Please forward this notification to your colleagues who may be interested.

The Zebrafish in Biomedical Research: Biology, Husbandry, Diseases, and Research Applications is a comprehensive work that fulfills a critical need for a thorough compilation of information on this species. The text provide significant updates for working vivarium professionals maintaining zebrafish colonies, veterinarians responsible for their care and well-being, zoologists and ethologists studying the species, and investigators using the species to gain critical insights into human physiology and disease. As the zebrafish has become an important model organism for the study of vertebrate development and disease, organ function, behavior, toxicology, cancer, and drug discovery, this book presents an important resource for future research.

Key Features

-Presents a complete view of the zebrafish, covering their biology, husbandry, diseases and research applications
-Includes the work of world-renowned editors
-Provides the first authoritative and comprehensive treatment of zebrafish in biomedical research as part of the ACLAM series

Readership
Vivarium professionals maintaining zebrafish colonies, veterinarians responsible for their care and well-being, zoologists and ethologists studying the species, and investigators/researchers using them to gain critical insights into human physiology and disease

Details
No. of pages: 550
Language: English
Copyright: © Academic Press 2020
Published: 1st December 2019
Imprint: Academic Press
Hardcover ISBN: 9780128124314

Available December 1, 2019. To preorder, visit https://www.elsevier.com/books/the-zebrafish-in-biomedical-research/cartner/978-0-12-812431-4

The James Russell Lindsey Distinguished Lectureship of the College (or ACLAM) pays tribute to Dr. Lindsey, a visionary leader during the formative stages of laboratory animal medicine. Lindsey Lecturers are selected for their endeavors in the missions of ACLAM. Selection is based upon leadership in biomedical research including the development of animal models, the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of laboratory animal disease and education and training of future Diplomates. The 2019 Lindsey Lectureship is presented to Dr. Stephen Barthold whose contributions to biomedical science and leadership in laboratory animal and comparative medicine exemplify the career of Dr. Russell Lindsey.

To view the video of Dr. Barthold's presentation, click here.

This is the final report that was presented at the 2019 ACLAM Forum. It includes the cross-classified tables that members have enjoyed from past surveys and the multivariate model.

The 2019 Charles River Prize for Laboratory Animal Science

Charles River is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the 42nd annual Charles River Prize. This award will be presented in Denver, CO at the 70th American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) National Meeting, October 13-17, 2019.

The Charles River Prize, consisting of a suitably inscribed plaque and a $2,500 honorarium, is awarded to a veterinarian in recognition of his/her outstanding contributions to laboratory animal science and medicine.

The nominee should be a veterinarian who has had significant, consistent contributions to laboratory animal science and medicine. The nominee must be either a member of AALAS or an AALAS-recognized affiliate organization (a list of AALAS affiliates are listed at www.aalas.org). The nominee may be a resident of any country.

• Please notify the CHARTER Program of your intention to nominate one of your colleagues for the Charles River Prize no later than March 1 at Patricia.Turner@crl.com.
  • If more than one person wishes to nominate a single nominee, the parties will be notified and encouraged to work together to submit a single nomination packet.
• The completed nomination packet must be received no later than April 1.
  • Please send the nomination packet via email to Patricia.Turner@crl.com.
  • Each nomination should be accompanied by the following supporting information:
    • Name, mailing address, college and year of graduation
    • Nature of professional activity (type of salaried work)
    • Organization membership (professional and scientific)
    • Honors or awards
    • Bibliography
    • Brief sketch on nominee’s professional background
    • Statement pertaining to his/her qualifications for the award
    • Up to three letters of support for the nomination

The 2019 ACLAM Forum will be held April 14-17, 2019 at the Royal Sonesta in New Orleans, LA. This year's theme is "Merging of Science and Camaraderie - III". Please go to https://www.aclam.org/forum for registration link. You will also find the link to register for the PRIM&R post Forum workshop.

Registration fee includes program, 6 meals. and reception. The early registration cut-off date for the Forum is April 5, 2019.

ASLAP is the AVMA's allied organization which represents laboratory animal medicine veterinarians and issues relevant to animal-based research. Representation by ASLAP provides the only voice in the AVMA specifically designated for laboratory animal medicine professionals. 

To maintain its standing as an allied organization within AVMA, ASLAP must maintain a critical mass of members who are both ASLAP and AVMA members in good standing. Read more on why it's important to you and our field.

Go to https://www.aclam.org/about/faq for helpful FAQs on topics such as 

• How do I pay my ACLAM dues?
• How do I update my address?
• How do I find a receipt for my membership dues or ACLAM Forum registration?

Dr. Steve Niemi has published a book entitled "Notes in the Category of C: Reflections on Laboratory Animal Care and Use." Those interested in purchasing the book should do so from the publisher link rather than off Amazon in order to save 15%.

To view the Table of Contents and Foreword, please click here.

Charles River is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the 41st annual Charles River Prize. This award will be presented in Baltimore, MD at the 69th American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) National Meeting, October 28 - November 1, 2018.

The Charles River Prize, consisting of a suitably inscribed plaque and a $2,500 honorarium, is awarded to a veterinarian in recognition of his/her outstanding contributions to laboratory animal science and medicine.

The nominee should be a veterinarian who has had significant, consistent contributions to laboratory animal science and medicine. The nominee must be either a member of AALAS or an AALAS-recognized affiliate organization (a list of AALAS affiliates are listed at www.aalas.org). The nominee may be a resident of any country.

Please notify the CHARTER Program of your intention to nominate one of your colleagues for the Charles River Prize no later than March 1 at alicia.greco@crl.com . If more than one person wishes to nominate a single nominee, the parties will be notified and encouraged to work together to submit a single nomination packet.

The completed nomination packet must be received no later than April 1.

• Please send the nomination packet via email to alicia.greco@crl.com .
• Each nomination should be accompanied by the following supporting information:

1. Name, mailing address, college and year of graduation
2. Nature of professional activity (type of salaried work)
3. Organization membership (professional and scientific)
4. Honors or awards
5. Bibliography
6. Brief sketch on nominee's professional background
7. Statement pertaining to his/her qualifications for the award
8. Up to three letters of support for the nomination