The ICCVAM Authorization Act directs ICCVAM to carry out the following duties:
Since its establishment, ICCVAM and ICCVAM member agencies have contributed to the development and regulatory acceptance of a number of alternative methods that address a variety of regulatory applications. These methods are listed on the NTP website.
The table below notes how selected 2014-2015 ICCVAM and ICCVAM agency activities align with the ICCVAM duties as outlined in the ICCVAM Authorization Act.
ICCVAM Duty | Activity |
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Review and evaluate new, revised, or alternative test methods |
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Facilitate appropriate interagency and international harmonization of test protocols that encourage reducing, refining, and replacing animal test methods |
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Facilitate and provide guidance on validation criteria and processes |
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Promote the acceptance of scientifically valid test methods |
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Promote awareness of accepted test methods |
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Prepare reports on ICCVAM progress and accomplishments under the Act and make them available to the public |
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