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Although IACUC-related topics are frequently discussed in the literature, there is little published information about how to write animal activity proposals. In this article, the author discusses key considerations in the writing and review of animal activity proposals. The author then describes a framework for developing and writing clear animal activity proposals that highlight animal welfare concerns. Though these recommendations are aimed at individuals writing and reviewing research proposals, the framework can be modified for other types of animal activity proposals.
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Pinson, D. Writing clear animal activity proposals. Lab Anim 40, 187–192 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1038/laban0611-187
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/laban0611-187
