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Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned researcher looking to stay current with the latest trends, this workshop offers an in-depth exploration of best practices in laboratory mouse colony management, blending theory with practical insights to help you achieve the highest standards of rigor and reproducibility in your research.
In-Person Capacity: 35 | Virtual Option Available
Aug
18 - 23
2025
This workshop is designed for anyone responsible for the management of mouse colonies in research settings. You will gain a thorough understanding of the principles and practices essential for maintaining healthy and genetically sound colonies.
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Scholarships are available for both in-person and virtual participation in this workshop.
In-Person Experience
Participate in didactic sessions and optional hands-on biomethods training at our Bar Harbor, Maine location. This format provides an interactive learning environment, ideal for those seeking to refine their practical colony management knowledge and hands-on skills.
Hands-on biomethods covered include: Mouse handling, restraint, oral gavage, injections (IP, subcutaneous and tail vein), blood collection (submandibular, tail tip and cardiac puncture), primary and secondary euthanasia, and perfusion.
Completion of the workshop may be used towards continuing education units for AALAS and Academy of Surgical Research (ASR) re-certification.
Virtual Access
Can’t attend in person? Our virtual format ensures you won’t miss out. Access live-streamed lectures, engage in Q&A sessions, and benefit from recorded content available for three months post-course. Though virtual participants will not have access to hands-on workshops or biomethods training, the rich online experience ensures you stay up-to-date on the latest trends and best practices in laboratory mouse colony management.
The virtual audience will not have access to the hands-on biomethods training sessions on August 18 and 22.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Erin McDevitt at 207-288-6659 or [email protected].
Registration fee: $1000 (includes optional hands-on Biomethods session) Optional on-campus housing: $450 total
Course/Workshop registration fees include all workshop materials, supplies, and most meals. Optional shared lodging is available at the Highseas Conference Center for an additional cost.
Attendees will be responsible for their own travel and lodging arrangements for the duration of this event.
Lodging accommodations at JAX’s Highseas Conference Center is available for an additional fee. Highseas, located approximately 1 mile from The Jackson Laboratory, is a spacious estate built in 1912, overlooking the entrance to Frenchman Bay and adjacent to beautiful Acadia National Park. Attendees are responsible for their own transportation to the Conference Center. We do provide shuttles to and from the main campus for the duration of the course. Highseas is handicap accessible (please indicate accessibility needs in registration). This lodging option cannot accommodate families. Rooms may be shared with other participants.
Participants interested in securing off-campus lodging may refer to the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce website for a guide on hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, and short-term rentals in the Bar Harbor area.
Meals will be provided by JAX’s campus dining services throughout the event. Participants staying off-campus may still partake in evening meals at Highseas. Please refer to the event schedule for more information.
Participants must adhere to Maine State travel, health and safety guidelines at the time of the event and use good judgement when arranging lodging. We recommend participants be familiar with their hotel’s cancellation policies prior to booking. The Jackson Laboratory is not responsible for lodging expenses or losses incurred due to the cancellation or rescheduling of an event.
Leanne Miceli, A.S., RALATTechnical Training Specialist | She/HerFunding for this course has been generously provided by:
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