New Process for Animal Transfer Requests
Dear UIC Investigative Staff,
The BRL will be transitioning to an online submission of all animal transfer requests. As of May 1st, there will no longer be paper copies of animal transfer request forms available in animal facilities. To access the online animal transfer request, you will need to login to the myBRL researcher portal through the BRL website. There you will find the link to the form under the Census tab.
Please remember animal transfer requests must be submitted for the following:
- Cages transferring from one PI to another PI
- Cages transferring to a new account and/or protocol (Note: renewal protocols are automatically transferred and do not require a transfer request)
- Cages transferring to a new facility and/or room
Transfer requests are typically completed within 2-3 business days. Certain transfer requests will be routed to the facility veterinarian for approval before being completed.
Here is a link to step-by-step instructions for submitting an animal transfer request and explains the process for approval and physical movement of the cages.
Please reach out to a senior member of the BRL husbandry staff or veterinary staff for any questions.