AALAS

The AALAS office will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

Juneteenth is a day to celebrate freedom, honor resilience, and reflect on our nation’s history. It is also an opportunity to continue learning, listening, and working toward a more equitable future for all.

As an organization committed to education and community, we recognize the importance of this day and encourage time for reflection and learning.

The March issue of the Journal of the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science is now available.

Explore high-impact research advancing laboratory animal science while improving animal care and ethical use in laboratory research.

Available now at aalas.org.

The updated AALAS website is now live!

Members can now enjoy a cleaner, more intuitive experience with:
• Easier renewals and event registration
• Access to Member and Committee Directories
• Improved mobile functionality
• A unified login across AALAS-managed associations

To access your account, use your primary email address as your username and click "Forgot Password" to set up a new password.

You may notice additional updates and refinements over the coming weeks as we continue to enhance the experience.

Visit https://www.aalas.org/login

Happy Pride Month from AALAS!

We celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and remain committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

This month and every month, we stand for respect, belonging, and support for all.

Share your research, innovations, and ideas at the largest gathering of laboratory animal science professionals. The 2026 AALAS National Meeting in Houston is your opportunity to contribute to the conversation and connect with the community.

The June 8th submission deadline is for:
-Poster Abstract submissions
-Resident Platform and Poster Abstract submissions

Learn more and submit: https://www.aalas.org/meeting/submission

The May/June issue of LAS Pro magazine is now live.

This exclusive AALAS members-only benefit delivers the latest insights and resources to support your professional development.

Stay current with the newest issue or become a member at www.AALAS.org

Looking for upcoming branch meetings, courses, conferences, or other laboratory animal science events? The AALAS Calendar is your go-to resource for staying connected with the laboratory animal community and informed about upcoming industry events.

AALAS branches are also encouraged to submit events to the calendar by logging in and selecting “Add Event” in the top-right corner of the calendar webpage.

Check it out: https://community.aalas.org/calendar

The AALAS office will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in honor of Memorial Day. Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We are grateful for their courage and service, and we wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

Missed a session at 2026 Demo Days? Video recordings are now available to watch on demand, at no cost.

Explore cutting-edge innovations and demonstrations of the latest products, technologies, and services advancing the field of laboratory animal science.

Check them out here: https://vimeo.com/showcase/12227151

The latest episode of the LASt Word is now available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOSw21d9Y-M&t=185s

In this episode, we are joined by Alyssa Valentyn, Supervisor of Vivarium Services at Eisai, US, to discuss her recent JAALAS paper, ‘Extended Sanitization Frequency for Bottles: Using Volume as an Alternative to Time-Scheduled Replacements for Mice in Disposable Individually Ventilat-ed Caging Systems.’

Along the way, she reflects on sustainability, operational efficiency, and reducing environmental waste, while offering advice for facilities interested in conducting similar evaluations in their own programs.