1. 1. IAEC accords quality and consistency in review of research proposals and to prevent infliction of unnecessary pain & sufferings before, during and after experiments on animals, to follow the CPCSEA guidelines.
2. 2. IAEC ensures that experiments shall be performed in every case by or under the supervision of a qualified person (Minimum qualification- Bachelor of Veterinary Science / Human Medicine or Post graduate in life sciences / Pharmaceutical sciences / Lab animal science) and under the responsibility of the Principle Investigator.
3. 3. Every researcher must be trained enough in animal experimentation either during education or by training provided by competent trainers. IAEC reviews the proposals before start of the study as well as monitor the research throughout the study and after completion of the study through annual reports and final report.
4. 4. The committee also ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, applicable guidelines to ensure to adhere the principles of 3Rs viz Replacement, Reduction and Refinement. Simulation models, meta-analysis and in-vitro experimentation will be promoted.
5. 5. IAEC in association of Central Animal House, Rajah Muthiah Medical College, Annamalai University will organize in-house training programs for fresh animal experimenters, without any previous experience of animal experimentation, before execution of any animal experiment to ensure the welfare and quality research.

Committee Members