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26 Jul 2024: 3Rs - Replacement, Reduction, Refinement. Although animals will play a role in biomedical research for the foreseeable future, we aim to use the minimum number possible. ... Our researchers are actively looking at ways to help refine their science and to

26 Jul 2024: The 3Rs search tool provides a compilation of search tools and databases of information for University staff involved in scientific research using animals.

24 Jun 2024: LASA’s Annual Conference will take place on 18-20 November 2024 in the West Midlands. More information to follow.

10 Jul 2024: Search site. University Biomedical Services (UBS). Researcher Assessor Course. This course is only suitable for research staff working within UBS facilities. ... Are you a member of a research group working in a UBS facility?

11 Oct 2022: Search site. University Biomedical Services (UBS). Non-Regulated Procedures. Where research projects involve animals, these projects may be considered under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986. ... non-regulated_procedure_request_form_v2.8.doc

30 Apr 2024: Search site. University Biomedical Services (UBS). 2024. Non-Technical Summaries 2024. generation_and_screening_of_companion_animal_therapeutics._non-technical_summary_redacted.pdf (175.18 KB).

26 Jul 2024: Pain Management in Animal Research: Ethical and Practical Aspects. ... Summary. Organoids have revolutionised biology and the development of organoid model systems continues to open up opportunities across a wide range of research areas.

26 Jul 2024: Topic: Refinement. Guidelines for the Care and Use of Animals in Research and Teaching. ... techniques. Topic: Refinement. FRAME. FRAME carries out both lab-based and office-based research.

23 Jun 2021: Home Office PIL Courses Courses are offered according to the type of licence you will be applying for and in the case of Personal Licences, the specific categories (e.g. PIL A, AB, ABC). New Project Licence Holders are now required to complete PIL

24 Jun 2024: The IZFC has been THE “go to” meeting for the zebrafish community for more than two decades! The 18th International Zebrafish Conference will take place in the beautiful Kyoto, Japan from August 17-21, 2024! Mark your calendars!

11 Feb 2015: NC3Rs Vision 2015 to 2025 The NC3Rs mission is to replace, refine and reduce the use of animals in research. ... be considered by anyone who may consider severe research using animals as it provides very good arguments away from that decision.

23 Jun 2021: The PPL course is mandatory training for those who wish to hold a Project Licence. It covers the learning outcomes dictated by the Home Office and helps you understand the requirements for successful experimental design and prepare you for the

9 Mar 2015: Search site. University Biomedical Services (UBS). Replacement. Replacement. Replacing animals with methods which do not involve animal use and avoiding experiments using animals by changing research strategy. ... Research testing safety and efficacy of

24 Jun 2024: Animal welfare legislation This module aims to provide an understanding of how other legislation interacts with ASPA and impacts on animals housed in animal facilities that are not covered by ASPA. Face to Face learning – 6th & 7th Feb 2025 at the

23 Mar 2022: Due to the historic culture of secrecy, and the misleading nature of some communications, there remains many misconceptions surrounding animal research. ... In 2013 Understanding Animal Research commissioned Ipsos MORI to conduct a public dialogue.

13 Nov 2020: IAT accredited introductory course for NACWOs Although designed as an introduction to the NACWO role, this interactive course can also be effective as a refresher course for those individuals who have been in the role some time and require targeted

20 Jun 2024: Certificates of participation are available upon request. A broad number of topics are discussed: How improve both our science and welfare in animal research?

3 Feb 2015: A reduction in numbers of animals should not be applied to research at the expense of increased suffering to individual animals and the number of animals used must satisfy statistical needs. ... The NC3Rs has launched two online 3Rs self-assessment tools

3 May 2023: A confirmatory email will be sent when a place on the course has been reserved.

23 Jun 2021: From 1st January 2024, the cost of this course is £66.89 for internal candidates and £71.66 for external candidates.

7 Feb 2024: The meeting will also highlight research on tissue morphogenesis, and how complex systems, such as those in development, are being modelled. ... Posters and poster-pitch talks will provide opportunities to present research findings, or get feedback on

9 Mar 2015: Home Office Licensing. The use of animals in research is regulated under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA). ... Project Licences are granted to indvidual people and each licence will specify a programme of research for up to 5 years

24 Jun 2024: Aim and content This course is free of charge for PhD students at Danish universities (except Copenhagen Business School), and for PhD Students from NorDoc member faculties. All other participants must pay the course fee.

7 Sep 2016: The UBS Training Centre is accredited to provide Institute of Animal Technology (IAT) diplomas in Laboratory Animal Husbandry and Laboratory Animal Science and Technology.

6 Feb 2015: potentially mean you will have to do less training in that country before starting your research. ... We provide training to aid in career progression and personal growth throughout your career in the research community.

24 Jun 2024: You may already have heard about the value of systematic reviews of published animal studies, compared with standard narrative reviews of the literature.

17 Apr 2024: Online and in person options are available. This course is suitable for those that are new to training or will soon be training others in practical tasks.

17 Apr 2024: Online and in person options are available. This course is suitable for those that are new to training or will soon be training others in practical tasks.

18 Jun 2021: This mandatory requirement helps to put the debate on the use of animals in research and testing on a more informed footing.

14 Jun 2023: This course is self-paced, with a three month completion deadline. It carries 24 IAT CPD points and the cost is £205.80 for internal candidates and £210 for external candidates. The estimated time for completion – including the assessments –

24 Jun 2024: Join us for an immersive experience at the 11th International Zebrafish Husbandry Course! Delve into insightful presentations led by facility managers and vet who are pioneering advancements in zebrafish husbandry within their facilities and across

9 Mar 2015: foraging. The papers and links below are just a few available which will enable the reader to make a valid judgement on refinement of research using animals. ... Procedures with Care This website provides information to assist research workers to develop

17 Apr 2024: Nominated Assessor Course Online and in person options are available. This course is suitable for those that will be assessing others and introduces the Direct Observation of Practical Skills (DOPS) system.

17 Apr 2024: Nominated Assessor Course Online and in person options are available. This course is suitable for those that will be assessing others and introduces the Direct Observation of Practical Skills (DOPS) system.

11 Apr 2016: NC3Rs Grant Funding

6 Dec 2019: The Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) applies to all 'public authorities' as defined in the Act, including the University of Cambridge, please see further information from the University website:

30 Apr 2024: vaccine_development_and_fundamental_research_on_viruses_of_medical_importance_non-technical_summary_redacted.pdf (167.95 KB). 2024 University of Cambridge.

6 Feb 2015: AWERB 3Rs- To scrutinize research projects and procedures involving the use of live animals to ensure that the 3Rs have been adequately applied. ... Outward facing activities; advising other research groups, schools and colleges. AWERB Handbook 6.6

28 Jul 2022: 2024 NACWO Course dates Month Deadline Access to the online course material Live sessions during the week commencing Exam April 5th April 8th April 22nd April 26th April October 15th September 20th September 7th October 11th October

28 Feb 2022: Function D (EU Module 6.3) For those who will not be performing regulated procedures under ASPA but will be performing Schedule 1 procedures. This course follows the syllabus for EU module 6.3 - Humane methods of killing (a stand-alone module for

4 Jun 2019: This course is suitable for those that work with animals in research that are new to training or will soon be training others in practical tasks.

23 Jun 2021: The PPL course is assessed by a series of short answer questions covering ethics, experimental design and Project Licence management. This assessment is completed at home / work and should be returned to UBS within 2 weeks.

23 Jun 2021: All new potential PPL applicants/holders should be aware there is a requirement for you to complete the relevant PIL course for the work you intend to perform in your project licence. This is only the case if you are not already a PIL holder. PPL

23 Jun 2021: Course Content PIL Course A Elements 1. Legislation. 2. Ethics and animal welfare. 3. Biology and husbandry of relevant species. 4. Handling and restraint of relevant species. 5. Animal care and management. 6. Recognition of wellbeing, pain,

7 May 2019: Nominated Assessor Course Online and in person options are available. This course is suitable for those that will be assessing others and introduces the Direct Observation of Practical Skills (DOPS) system.

24 Jun 2024: This course consists of three 3-hour webinar sessions (including discussion activities utilising the group chat function, polls, individual activities and breaks). Session one will cover: • Understanding, identifying, minimising variation and its

9 Sep 2021: Search site. University Biomedical Services (UBS). 2019. NTS 2019. breeding_of_transgenic_rodents_for_supply_of_tissues_to_the_client_nts_redacted.pdf (249.2 KB).

24 Jun 2024: Search site. University Biomedical Services (UBS). Pain Management in Animal Research: Ethical and Practical Aspects. ... Pain Management in Animal Research: Ethical and Practical Aspects – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk).

11 Nov 2016: For UBS staff/internal students: Contact the Training Centre to express an interest in the course and discuss exemptions Submit paperwork for exemptions (if claiming) Complete funding application When approved, complete internal registration form

9 Sep 2021: Search site. University Biomedical Services (UBS). 2020. NTS 2020. biobehavioural_basis_of_vulnerability_to_impulsivecompulsive_spectrum_disorders_-_optimisation_and_redacted.pdf (103.11 KB). discovery_of_novel_compounds_for_the_treatment_of_dementia