Reducing the reliance on animal experiments in basic and applied research
This record is part of
a dataset collected by the EU Commission in June-September 2018
. Some of these links will therefore die out with time.
Please see the
overview of courses maintained by ETPLAS
or contact Norecopa for more information.
Owner/Developer: Vrije Universiteit Brussel , EURL ECVAM (ic-3rs)
| Country: |
Belgium |
|---|---|
| Languages: |
English |
| Url: |
https://www.ic-3rs.org/IC-3Rs_symposium_programme_FINAL.pdf |
| Created: |
08 May 2018 |
| Founding source: |
VUB , EURL ECVAM |
| Locations: |
Belgium |
| City: |
Brussels |
| Description: | Following from the successful launch of the IC-3Rs platform in 2017, we are pleased to announce a second symposium day focusing on: “Reducing the reliance on animal experiments in basic and applied research”. Taking place on the 8th of May at the VUB’s Brussels Health Campus, Jette, this year’s IC-3Rs symposium once again presents a line-up of cutting-edge scientific talks that promote innovative and practical strategies for the active use of 3R-alternative methods. |
| References: | https://www.ic-3rs.org/ |
| Format: |
Lecture, Other |
| Presence: |
Optional / Voluntary |
| Access: |
Free |
| Content type: |
Theoretical |
| Duration: |
1 day |
| Target audience: |
Students, Researchers, Regulators and policy-makers, Teachers and educators, Technicians, Managers, Scientific officers / Project managers, Professionals (e.g. veterinarians) |
| Target sectors: |
Academia, Industry, Governmental bodies, Contract Research Organizations (CROs), Consulting, SMEs |
| Educational level: |
Continuing Professional Development |
| 3rs relevance: |
Replacement, Reduction |
| Topics covered: |
Legislative aspects, In vitro methods |
| 3rs coverage: |
Full coverage (a dedicated course) |
| Details on the topic or technology covered: |
http://www.vub.ac.be/sites/vub/files/ic-3rs_symposium_program-.pdf 09:50 Reflections on EU Directive 63/2010/EC for the protection of animal used for scientific purposes, Dr. Susanna Louhimies, DG Environment, European Commission 10:25 The EU reference laboratory for alternatives to animal testing, Prof. Dr. Maurice Whelan, Francqui Chair holder 2017-2018, Joint Research Centre (JRC), European Commission 11:30 A new paradigm for Alzheimer’s research, Dr. Francesca Pistollato, Joint Research Centre (JRC), European Commission 11:50 Directed protein evolution in the preclinical development of a novel gene-based therapy for hereditary tyrosinemia type 1, Prof. Dr. Joery De Kock, IVTD, VUB 12:10 Generation of functional iPSC-derived hepatocytes through the combination of genome and nutrient engineering, Dr. Ruben Boon, Stem Cell Biology and Embryology, KUL 13:30 Liver stem cells – based therapeutics application for liver defects, Dr. Mustapha Najimi, PEDI, UCLouvain 13:50 Development of iPSC-derived proximal tubular cells and podocytes for nephrotoxicity screening, Dr. Anja Wilmes, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam 14:10 Re-PLACE Project: joint initiative Flanders and Brussels Regions, Dr. Birgit Mertens, Sciensano 14:30 Interactive audience discussion session: Factors influencing the uptake of alternative methods in basic and applied research, Prof. Dr. Maurice Whelan, Francqui Chair holder 2017-2018, Joint Research Centre (JRC), European Commission 15:30 Closing comments, Mrs Bianca Debaets, Brussels State Secretary |
| Legislative framework: |
Directive 2010/63/EU or equivalent |
Did you find what you were looking for?
Yes, I found it! No, I did not!Thanks for your feedback! Please note that we cannot reply to you unless you send us an email.
What are you looking for?
We value your feedback so we can improve the information on the page. Please add your email address if you would like a reply. Thank you in advance for your help.!
Please contact us by email if you have any questions.