(Attach to ASP)

The ACUC request that NIAAA investigators complete and submit the following form in lieu of completing section N.5 of the NIH ASP form.

*Date search conducted: ___________

*Databases searched: ________________________________________________________

*Keywords and/or search strategy used:__________________________________________

*Publication year(s) covered:________ to _______

Other sources consulted: ____________________________________________________

1. Did you find any ways to reduce animal numbers? ____ If so, describe why you can or cannot use them:

 

2. Did you find any methods that minimize pain or distress? ____ If so, describe why you can or cannot use them:

 

3. Can you replace your animal model with a non-animal model or less sentient species? ____ Why or why not?

Additional Comments:

Signature of researcher: ______________________________

*Items required by USDA policy 12, the "minimal written narrative".