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Discover how to tweak your animal study design to increase the scientific validity of your results and maximize the knowledge gained. We have 9 on-demand webinars each focussing on different aspects of experimental design & planning to enhance the rigour & reproducibility of your results. To watch them visit: https://lnkd.in/eR3TButw #ExperimentalDesign #ondemandwebinars #cpd

From experimental refinement to animal reduction in your study, we've got you covered. Stop by booth #322 at the American Physiological Society meeting this weekend to learn more from our experts : Jennifer, Kimberly, Keith and Jami! #wevegotyoucovered #APS2024 #physiologicalresearch #physiologicmonitoring #networking #researchscience

Animal story | Research reveals dogs can smell stress and it alters their behavior Our four-legged friends experience "emotional contagion" from the smell of human stress - leading them to make more ‘pessimistic’ choices, say scientists. The researchers recruited 18 dog-owner partnerships to take part in a series of trials with different human smells present. More here: https://hubs.ly/Q02HBLzY0

Really looking forward to hosting this panel discussion! Check out the talent that is coming to #ANZLAA24

Humans kill animals for various reasons and the justifications for doing so can often be contentious. However, few would argue that if humans do kill animals, it should be done in a way that inflicts the absolute least pain, suffering, or distress possible. Earlier this year, UFAW collaborated with the Swiss Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office FSVO to organise a meeting on Humanely Ending the Life of Animals. Held in Bern, Switzerland, and online, the meeting brought together researchers from around the world to discuss the latest developments in killing animals humanely in a range of scenarios. Topics covered included humane slaughter of livestock; control of ‘pests’ or invasive species; humane killing of laboratory animals at the end of their use in research; and depopulation of animals in emergency situations. These talks showcased recent research which could lead to significant improvements in animal welfare at the time of killing for a wide range of species. I was particularly encouraged by the large number of talks on methods for humanely killing aquatic species including decapod crustaceans. These species are increasingly widely recognised as sentient and for which humane methods of slaughter are urgently needed. There is much to do before every animal killed by humans has a humane death, but as the meeting demonstrated, progress is being made thanks to the animal welfare scientists who work on this most difficult of animal welfare issues.  Most of the talks from the meeting are now freely available to view on UFAW’s YouTube channel: https://shorturl.at/Q19Yh Disseminating this kind of cutting-edge animal welfare science is central to UFAW’s mission to ensure that animal welfare science is translated into meaningful improvements in animal welfare. Further meetings in this ongoing collaboration with the FSVO are planned in the upcoming years. Stay tuned for more details - the best way to stay in touch with UFAW’s work is to sign up to receive updates from UFAW -https://lnkd.in/eUgR8NqM

📢 COReS is starting a new seminar series in 2024 to share emerging trends on systematic reviews of animal studies.   The conduct of systematic reviews to support animal research is increasing in popularity and exciting techniques are developing rapidly. During each seminar session, an expert guest speaker will provide insights into their work, showcasing specific tools, resources, and approaches. Join our 1st session with Dr. Manoj Lalu to learn more about the latest development on the reporting guideline PRISMA-Preclinical. What is the PRISMA guideline and why do we need one specific to systematic reviews in animal research? How was it developed and what will be the next steps? 🌐Find out more about the COReS seminar series here: https://lnkd.in/eWmmFCYn 📅March 28, 2024  🕔5 pm CET  🖊Register now by using the QR code below 👇 or via the official sign-up link: https://lnkd.in/ekqgqUkX #COReS #SeminarSeries #PRISMA #Preclinical #SystematicReview #3Rs

Many thanks to everyone who signed up for the FLAMES seminar, where I'll present "Addressing common misconceptions in linear regression analysis with ReDiag: A practical guide using animal experiment data." The seminar will start from 1 PM until 2:30 PM (GMT+1). In case you did not manage to register, the Teams link to join the meeting can be found below: https://lnkd.in/dgNXeH9J See you then! #DataAnalysis #LinearRegression #ModelDiagnostics #RShiny #Research #StatisticalSoftware

Discover tick@lab’s powerful 3R Blackboard add-on, designed to enhance ethical practices in animal research. This widget facilitates the responsible exchange of surplus animals, organs, or tissues between research facilities. By maximizing resource use and supporting compliance requirements, the 3R Blackboard add-on reinforces the Reduction principle of the 3Rs—promoting a more sustainable and ethical approach to research. A pilot study conducted by Cardiff University and Aachen University, illustrates how 3R Blackboard add-on users were able to reduce ~30% of animals used. Learn more about how it streamlines operations and supports ethical compliance by reading the study at https://lnkd.in/exkjR3AM or watch our video to see it in action. #3Rs #AnimalResearch #ResearchCompliance

PhD student and Kempner Institute at Harvard University fellow Ciara Sypherd is unraveling the mysteries of animal communication and cognition, bringing us closer to understanding the intricate languages of our non-human counterparts. Learn about how she leverages machine learning to decipher a wide range of animal sounds and behaviors, revealing the nuanced ways in which animals interact and express themselves. 🐾 🧠 Watch the full video: https://buff.ly/3IQTnfr #HarvardGriffinGSAS #HarvardPhD #Bioengineering #AnimalCommunication #MachineLearning

BOOK: "A HISTORY OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF ALTERNATIVES TO ANIMALS IN RESEARCH AND TESTING" - Available under open access #book #alternative #3Rs #nonanimalmethods #NAMs #animal-free #reserachanddevelopment #science #pharma #biotech #chemicalindustry #pharmaindustry #reserachers #scientists #phds #postdocs #masters