Animal Welfare and Ethics

Animal Ethics at James Cook University

The James Cook University Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) reviews, provides clearance and monitors all activities involving the scientific use of animals by its staff and students and ensures these comply with the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes.

GECO Online Forms

GECO is our new online research management system used for Animal Ethics Committee forms so there will be changes in the way you interact with the Ethics Office, Animal Ethics Advisors and the Animal Ethics Committee. Process are aligned with the previous email/word/PDF processes.AEC Applications and Amendments.

Applications and Amendments

AEC Reports

From 18 November 2024 Annual Progress, Final and Animal Use must be submitted using GECO.

Mandatory Animal Ethics Training

It is mandatory for all JCU animal users to complete the free, core online training, before staff and students are able to begin using animals. Please visit JCU AEC Training for more information and to access the training modules.

James Cook University's Commitment to Animal Welfare

Learn about the University's commitment to animal welfare.

Animal Ethics Committee Meeting Dates 2025

Please note that AEC meeting dates may change depending on availability of AEC members. We will do our best to notify applicants when this occurs.

Contact the Research and Innovation Services Animal Welfare and Ethics team

You can contact the Ethics Team or Animal Welfare Officer by emailing ethics@jcu.edu.au

Or call the Animal Ethics Officer on (07) 4781 6543