Training

Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals

It is composed of theory and hands-on courses. The theory course is obligatory to all students and researchers who intend to use Qatar University Laboratory Animal Research Center (LARC), regardless of previous training they may have had at other organizations. The hands-on course is obligatory only for all personnel who will be handling live animals at LARC. It is our obligation to help researchers and students to be trained and certified to use the laboratory animal at LARC in a humane and responsible manner. This training program will give the trainee a general understanding on the regulations and responsibility in using laboratory animals for research. The successful participants will be awarded course completion certificates. A copy of HCULA certificate should be submitted with research protocols for QU-IACUC approval.

1- Theory course:

Training language: English
Date and time: The theoretical course will be held on Sunday, October 13^th, 2024, from 8:00 am to 03:30 pm
The theoretical course will be delivered online through WebEx platform
Registration requirement: All participants must complete the CITI online training module ” Working with the animals in Biomedical Research – Refresher course “ through www.citiprogram.org,This is a mandatory requirement for registration in HCULA, the CITI completion certificate along with the registration number has to be sent to our email larc@qu.edu.qa .

Registration Fees
Participants	QU undergraduate students	Graduate students	Technicians	Researchers (PI,Post-Doc,RA)
QU Affiliates	Free	QR 200	QR 300	QR 500
Non QU Affiliates	QR 150	QR 300	QR 450	QR 750

The techniques demonstrated in this course are at a basic level. Passing it does not indicate competency, therefore more practice is required to ensure that the individual is completely integrated and learns the techniques before starting to use it.

The deadline for Registration is Wednesday, October 9^th, 2024.
There will be no refund of registration fees.

2- Hands on Course:

Optional dates will be within 4-5 days after the theory course.
Details will be discussed during the theoretical session.

Registration Fees
Participants	QU undergraduate students	Rest of QU affiliated participants	Non QU affiliated participants
Rat session	Free	QR 1000	QR 1500
Mice session	Free	QR 1000	QR 1500

* There will be no refund of registration fees.

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Rodent Euthanasia and NecropsyTechniques-Basic Module

Euthanasia is an important component of animal research. Researchers use humane methods to euthanize their research animals and collect tissue samples. The objectives of this basic training module are:

1. To define humane euthanasia methods in rodent research

2. To understand the importance of Necropsy procedures in rodent research

3. To know organ collection procedures

This training program includes both Theoretical and hands-on instructions. This program offers great opportunity for science and medical students to gain knowledge on the basics of rodent euthanasia, necropsy and organ collection procedures in rodents (rats and mice). Successful participants will be awarded with participation certificate.

Training language: English

Date: Wednesday, March 8 2023. Time: 11 am - 1 pm

Targeted audience: This basic module- I is restricted only for under graduate students form Health cluster, Biology, and Chemistry departments.

To maintain a good ratio of tutors to participants, only 10 participants will be allowed to attend the course. Preference will be given to undergraduate students (third year and above) who have not previously participated in this program and who have successfully completed the registration process and received a confirmation email.

Venue: Qatar University, Research Complex (H10), LARC Zone 8

Registration fees: Free

Registration requirements:

Completing the registering form, please click here.
(Please ensure to send a scanned copy from the below required documents otherwise, your registration will not be completed and it will be cancelled).
- Your valid Qatar University ID
- Your valid QID
- Your Transcript.

Anesthesia and Analgesia in Laboratory Rodents- Module I: Basic Module.

Anesthesia and Analgesia in Laboratory Rodents- Module I: Basic Module.

This is a basic training program on Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Laboratory Rodents-

Module I focuses on the use of anaesthetics and analgesics used for animal experiments. Experimental procedures on lab animals often require anaesthesia and analgesia to obtain adequate immobilization and to reduce stress or pain. This training module covers both the theory and hands on instructions on basic rodent anaesthesia, common rodent anaesthetics, use of anaesthesia machine, induction, monitoring anaesthesia and recovery.

The program offers a great opportunity for the students to gain knowledge on the basic rodent anaesthesia & analgesia, selection of anaesthetics and pre and post-operative care of animals. The successful participants will be awarded participation certificates.

Training language: English

Day I (Theoretical): Wednesday February 8^th 2023 Time: 11 AM to 1 PM

Day II (Hands on): Thursday February 9^th 2023 Time: 11 AM to 1 PM;

Targeted audience: This basic module- I is restricted only for under graduate students form Health cluster, Biology, and Chemistry departments.

To maintain a good ratio of tutors to participants, only 15 participants will be allowed to attend the course. Preference will be given to undergraduate students (third year and above) who have not previously participated in this program and who have successfully completed the registration process and received a confirmation email.

Venue:

Theoretical course

LARC-H10-Zone 8-Lecture Hall

Hands on course

LARC, H10-Zone 8- vivarium

Registration fees: Free

Registration requirements:

Completing the registering form, please click here

larc@qu.edu.qa

Your valid Qatar University ID
Your valid QID
Your Transcript.