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Understanding Animal Research

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We explain the role of animals in medical and scientific research in the UK #AnimalResearch #MiceInResearch #FishInResearch #ConcordatOpenness 🐁

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At the NKI, we've asked animal facility workers and researchers to share their thoughts on laboratory animal research for fundamental and translational cancer research. What do you think of this one? #CancerResearch #AnimalResearch

At the NKI, we've asked animal facility workers and researchers to share their thoughts on laboratory animal research for fundamental and translational cancer research. What do you think of this one? #CancerResearch #AnimalResearch
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Another reminder as to why studies in various animal species are critically important: Plague and other deadly animal-related diseases remain a threat ow.ly/oVph50SILuN #animalresearch

Another reminder as to why studies in various animal species are critically important: Plague and other deadly animal-related diseases remain a threat
ow.ly/oVph50SILuN #animalresearch
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"We often forget the names of the victim. Nellie Burnham’s name has been forgotten while Hadwen’s has lived on." What happened to Nellie? Find out what happened to this young girl and the doctor who was responsible: buff.ly/46BkmX7 #ColdCases #AnimalResearch

"We often forget the names of the victim. Nellie Burnham’s name has been forgotten while  Hadwen’s has lived on."

What happened to Nellie? Find out what happened to this young girl and the doctor who was responsible: buff.ly/46BkmX7

#ColdCases #AnimalResearch
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Who takes care of animals in research labs? This week we asked you, "True or false: Animals used in research have dedicated staff to care for them." The results are in. Watch this short reel to find out. #Research #ResearchEthics #AnimalResearch #DrugTesting #Pharmaceuticals

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What do the EU Animal Research stats reveal about suffering in research animals? "Over the past two years, there is an evident overall trend towards decreasing severe suffering. The continued decline in the proportion of severe procedures since 2018 reflects ongoing efforts by

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Brain Discovery in Mice May Catch Alzheimer's, Epilepsy In Its Nets ow.ly/Liv250SILzs #animalresearch #mouseresearch #Alzheimers

Brain Discovery in Mice May Catch Alzheimer's, Epilepsy In Its Nets
ow.ly/Liv250SILzs #animalresearch  #mouseresearch  #Alzheimers
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For #InternationalCatDay, we wanted to highlight current research being conducted in animals for the benefit of animals - in this case, #cats. A new treatment is currently being tested in cats that would work against kidney disease - which affects over 80% of cats over age 15.

For #InternationalCatDay, we wanted to highlight current research being conducted in animals for the benefit of animals - in this case, #cats.

A new treatment is currently being tested in cats that would work against kidney disease - which affects over 80% of cats over age 15.
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Our latest impact stories feature three replacement approaches developed through NC3Rs funding that were the first in vitro models validated to replace animal use for specific experiments in their research areas: nc3rs.org.uk/news/impact-st…

Our latest impact stories feature three replacement approaches developed through NC3Rs funding that were the first in vitro models validated to replace animal use for specific experiments in their research areas: nc3rs.org.uk/news/impact-st…
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Have you ever seen the inside of an #AnimalResearch lab? Our website has a feature where you can go on a virtual lab tour in the animal facilities of 5 different institutions, with #AnimalTechnicians explaining how and why the research happens: buff.ly/4fFkMjG

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🥚 A video by Understanding Animal Research ft. King's College London has shown the value of using #chicken eggs in #CancerResearch. 🔬 The work of Tim Witney lab is helping to reduce the no. of mice used in this field. #3Rs eara.eu/post/reducing-…

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This week we asked, "True or false: The results from studies in animals do not translate to humans." While animal models are not a perfect representation of humans, they're effective at predicting safety in humans and play a critical role in human & veterinary medicine.

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We’re sharing a story from @fbrorg about Emmy the cat, who was able to live a long and healthy life of 19 years thanks to humane medical research in animals that allowed her to manage her hyperthyroidism. Read here: buff.ly/3X1BG4A #AnimalResearch

We’re sharing a story from @fbrorg about Emmy the cat, who was able to live a long and healthy life of 19 years thanks to humane medical research in animals that allowed her to manage her hyperthyroidism.

Read here: buff.ly/3X1BG4A

#AnimalResearch
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In a new study in the US involving non-human primates, a single injection of an experimental treatment reduced HIV levels 1,000-fold. Read here: buff.ly/4cnNxhR

In a new study in the US involving non-human primates, a single injection of an experimental treatment reduced HIV levels 1,000-fold. 

Read here: buff.ly/4cnNxhR
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Almost half a million people - mostly children - die from malaria each year, thus making malaria research of utmost and ongoing importance. Learn more about malaria and malaria research: buff.ly/46VrFcB #AnimalResearch #Vaccines #Malaria

Almost half a million people - mostly children - die from malaria each year, thus making malaria research of utmost and ongoing importance. 

Learn more about malaria and malaria research: buff.ly/46VrFcB

#AnimalResearch #Vaccines #Malaria
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🎥Behind the scenes shot of our video producer, Robert, filming a short documentary with Dr Norbert Radacsi about his team's research on 3D-printed artificial blood vessels, which has recently drawn significant media attention. Stay tuned for the final video! #AnimalResearch

🎥Behind the scenes shot of our video producer, Robert, filming a short documentary with Dr Norbert Radacsi about his team's research on 3D-printed artificial blood vessels, which has recently drawn significant media attention.

Stay tuned for the final video! 

#AnimalResearch
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A new mRNA vaccine is being tested in patients with non-small cell lung cancer, the most common form of the disease. First tested in mice among other animals, the experimental jab has now moved on to the clinical stages, where it’s being administered to 130 people across 7

A new mRNA vaccine is being tested in patients with non-small cell lung cancer, the most common form of the disease.

First tested in mice among other animals, the experimental jab has now moved on to the clinical stages, where it’s being administered to 130 people across 7
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Mark your diaries: the second Openness in Animal Research Conference will take place 9-10 June 2026 in the West Midlands, UK. Learn more and stay tuned for updates here: understandinganimalresearch.org.uk/news/openness-… #Openness #AnimalResearch #OpennessConference #Openness2026

Mark your diaries: the second Openness in Animal Research Conference will take place 9-10 June 2026 in the West Midlands, UK.

Learn more and stay tuned for updates here: understandinganimalresearch.org.uk/news/openness-… 

#Openness #AnimalResearch #OpennessConference #Openness2026
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Extraordinary recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have led some scientists to believe that computer-generated models could soon replace the use of animals in the biosciences. But is it true? Read our new short article to learn more:

Extraordinary recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have led some scientists to believe that computer-generated models could soon replace the use of animals in the biosciences. But is it true? 

Read our new short article to learn more: