The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Division of Comparative Medicine

UNC Research » Division of Comparative Medicine

Division of Comparative Medicine

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CB 7115
1100 Bioinformatics Bldg.
Chapel Hill, NC 27599

Ph: 919-962-5335
Fax: 919-962-9741

Accredited since 1973

Vet workers with animals

Veterinary Support & Oversight

Admin building

Animal Facilities & Husbandry

Microscope

Affiliate Cores Training

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Facility Access

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Man looking at a bill

Billing & Animal Orders

Glassware

Pharmaceutical Agent Ordering

Panel van

Animal Transfers, Imports, & Exports

Old Well

Vet with a dog

Veterinary Training Opportunities

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