Comparative Biology Resources Center

The Comparative Biology Resources Center (CBRC) at The University of Rhode Island (URI) is fully committed to the judicious, humane care and use of animals in research and teaching. The CBRC supports all URI laboratory animal related research through the provision of laboratory animal management and veterinary medical care and assures institutional compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and policies. The CBRC is responsible for animal procurement; animal husbandry; veterinary care including health surveillance, preventative medicine programs, animal quarantine, personnel training and special technical support; and maintenance of animal facilities and equipment.