Mouse and Rat Housing
Four animal rooms operate under a Strict Hygienic Conventional system with regular health monitoring.
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Laboratory Animal Unit · Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
International standards
for preclinical
research
The Laboratory Animal Unit at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chulalongkorn University provides animal housing and research support for studies involving mice and rats under internationally recognized oversight.
2025AAALAC
Reaccredited
Reaccredited
Our Services
Infrastructure for laboratory animal research
The Unit supports preclinical studies with animal housing, research laboratories, and controlled environments designed for mice and rats.
IACUC Protocol Review
The committee reviews animal use proposals from researchers within and outside the Faculty at monthly meetings.
View the project processProcedure and Research Rooms
Four laboratories support behavioural studies, routine procedures, minor surgery, and specialised experiments.
View the laboratoriesIVC and In Vivo Imaging
An individually ventilated cage room for immunocompromised mice includes a biological safety cabinet, complemented by an in vivo imaging system.
Ask about availabilityStart a Project
Before working
with research animals
The Unit accepts projects from researchers within and outside the Faculty. Every project must receive IACUC approval before animal work begins.
Discuss a New Project- 01
Contact the Unit
Provide an overview of the study, species, and planned procedures.
- 02
Submit the IACUC Protocol
The committee meets every month to review animal use proposals.
- 03
Complete Health and Safety Training
Personnel learn about laboratory animal allergies, personal hygiene, biosafety, and emergency procedures.
- 04
Prepare for Facility Access
Personnel shower, change into facility clothing, and use the required personal protective equipment.
Facilities
Designed for research quality
and safety
01
First Floor · 371.25 m²
Four animal rooms, four laboratories, procedure rooms, support areas, and reception are separated by interlocks and a clean corridor.
02
Second Floor · 347.33 m²
Offices, common and meeting rooms, storage and control rooms, laundry facilities, and staff areas.
03
Total Area · 718.58 m²
A two-storey building with an interstitial space for building systems and maintenance.
Environmental Controls
- 22 ± 2°C
- Temperature
- 40–60%
- Relative humidity
- 130–325 lux
- Light intensity
- 12:12
- Light cycle
Air circulates through high-efficiency HEPA filters, and research animals receive reverse osmosis water.
Training
Health and safety
before facility access
Occupational Health and Safety training covers the risks associated with working in a laboratory animal research facility.
Laboratory Animal Allergies
Causes and risk factors, preventive measures, and early recognition of allergic reactions.
Personal Hygiene and Biosafety
Facility practices, appropriate PPE, and safe disposal of sharps and biological waste.
Emergency Procedures and Fire Safety
Evacuation routes, emergency contacts, and annual drills conducted with the main building.
Operating Standards
AAALAC
Accredited
The Unit received its first AAALAC International accreditation in 2022 and was successfully reaccredited in 2025 following the three-year evaluation cycle.
- 01Strict Hygienic Conventional SystemRoutine health monitoring, pathogen screening, and environmental controls tailored to each species.
- 02Institutional Animal Care and Use CommitteeMonthly review of proposals involving the use of research animals.
- 03Controlled Facility AccessDefined entry and exit routes, facility clothing, and required personal protective equipment.
Contact the Unit
Facility access and
research services
Our staff can advise on protocol submission, facility access, and laboratory availability.
Call +66 2 218 8427Contact Us
Plan your next
research project
Telephone+66 2 218 8427
Laboratory Animal Unit, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
EmailLabanimal@pharm.chula.ac.th
For protocol submission, facility access, and training enquiries.
Address
254 Phayathai Road, Wang Mai
Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Director
Associate Professor Wing Commander
Pasarapa Towiwat, Ph.D.