21st Century Toxicology is a new approach to safety testing which is exciting regulators, toxicologists, campaigners and companies around the world. It has become possible because of advances in biology, genetics, computer science and robotics. 21st-Century Toxicology focusses on human … Continue reading →
Many scientists and regulators concerned with chemicals testing are not aware of the full range of non-animal methods available, or are not trained in using them. Establishing training programmes around the world makes a huge difference to progress. We therefore … Continue reading →
Despite years of campaigning, animal testing has yet to be consigned to the history books where it belongs. However, partial legislative victories have led to the common misconception that animal testing, especially for cosmetics, no longer takes place. It is … Continue reading →
Five post doctoral students specialising in alternative research
Because toxicology has for so long been centred on animal testing, many scientists with concerns about the use of animals are deterred from becoming toxicologists. Those who do enter the field can find that access to funding for working on … Continue reading →
Policy interventions promoting the use of alternatives
Scientific innovation needs to go hand-in-hand with policy change to ensure that end-users of new testing approaches – industry and regulators – are receptive and responsive to the new methods. Such change requires a multifaceted, global approach, including science-based lobbying … Continue reading →
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