Animal Compliance

The Greenwood Genetic Center is committed to the proper care and management of the animals in our aquaculture facility. Governed by an Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), we strive to maintain the highest standards of compliance in all of our work. Should you have questions regarding the welfare of our animals, you may reach out to any IACUC member listed below.

GGC is a PHS-assured institution. 

Reporting Animal Concerns If you have concerns about the care and/or treatment of animals in the Allin Aquaculture Facility, please submit your concerns in writing to any member of the IACUC committee at:

IACUC Committee             
Greenwood Genetic Center
113 Gregor Mendel Circle
Greenwood, SC 29646 All reports are kept anonymous.  

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Meet Esther

Esther was referred to GGC around a year of age after her parents and pediatrician identified concerns with her development. She was diagnosed with Rett syndrome by Dr. David Everman of GGC's Greenville office. GGC is a Rett Syndrome Center of Excellence and has been caring for Esther ever since her diagnosis. Meet Esther, her family, and friends in this video from Special Books by Special Kids....

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