What is a primary mission of the Animal Welfare Information Center (AWIC), a part of USDA?

Provides assistance with alternatives and database searches.

Explanation:

The Animal Welfare Information Center is part of the USDA National Agricultural Library. Its mission is to provide information of alternatives in areas such as employee training and animal experimentation methods. It also tries to inform about ways in which scientists can reduce or replace animal use and minimize pain and distress to animals.