Animal research in science
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Animal research still plays an essential role in scientific research. Animal research is also carried out in medicine and life sciences at TU Dresden only if they are indispensable for specific scientific questions and for the welfare of humans. Scientists who conduct research on animals are invariably caught between the conflicting ethical priorities of animal welfare and important scientific findings that could, for example, form the basis for the development of new life-saving drugs and therapies. All animal research is subject to legal regulations and high ethical standards such as the 3R principles.
Animal research at TU Dresden – Facts & Figures
What kind of animals and how many are used for animal research at TU Dresden? What scientific findings are made possible as a result, and how does this help people?
Legal bases & approval procedures
Animal research is strictly regulated by law. Anyone wanting to conduct animal research must first undergo an extensive approval procedure.
Avoiding animal research
Reduce – Replace – Refine: All researchers are required to follow the 3R principles to keep the number of animals used in research as low as possible and to minimize the suffering and distress of animals. Moreover, researchers are working on alternative methods.
FAQ – Knowledge & background
Frequently asked question about animal research: What is animal research? What is it allowed and why is it necessary?
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