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About NC3RsThe National Centre for the Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animals in Research (NC3Rs), established by the UK Government, is an independent scientific organisation, and the largest funder of 3Rs research in the UK.  The NC3Rs works in partnership with bioscience research funders, academia, industry, regulators and animal welfare organisations, both in the UK and internationally, to advance the 3Rs by: Driving new approaches -Inspiring scientists and fostering innovative thinking Aligning science and technology with the 3Rs -Bringing together experts from a range of disciplines and sectors to explore the 3Rs potential of new or under-exploited technologies Stimulating changes in practice -Working with scientists and regulatory authorities to highlight opportunities for implementing the 3Rs Integrating 3Rs research into the mainstream life sciences -By funding high quality 3Rs research in universities and industry Working with the UK's major funders of bioscience research -Through peer review and best practice guidelines Organising and funding events -Including scientific symposia and focused workshops as part of our integrated programmes , providing unique forums for discussion and interaction Recognising and rewarding excellence -By awarding an annual prize for a publication that has positive 3Rs and scientific impacts Profile raising and disseminating information -Via our information portal, range of publications, peer reviewed articles and expert working groups
The NC3Rs is funded by the following organisations - MRC, BBSRC, Home Office, Wellcome Trust, ABPI, GSK, AstraZeneca, Unilever, The Dow Chemical Company, SC Johnson, Syngenta and Shell. In this section:HistoryThe National Centre for the Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animals in Research (NC3Rs) was established in May 2004. Mission and strategyThe Centre's mission is to use the 3Rs to support science, innovation and animal welfare in the biosciences. Annual reportThe 2009 annual report describes the key achievements of the NC3Rs in its 5th year, including increased funding for 3Rs research, engaging with the public, and a workshop on innovating chemical risk assessment EventsThe NC3Rs organises a range of free events, including scientific symposia and workshops, which provide unique forums for discussion and interaction on the 3Rs. BoardThe NC3Rs Board is comprised of experts across the spectrum of animal research, care and welfare. StaffThe NC3Rs delivers its activities through programme areas, each of which is controlled by a programme manager. What are the 3Rs?The 3Rs - Replacement, Refinement and Reduction - are a widely accepted ethical framework for conducting scientific experiments using animals humanely. Animal use in the UKJust under 3.7 million animals were used in scientific procedures in the UK last year (Home Office data for 2008). Public engagementThe 3Rs link science and society by bringing together opportunities for scientific innovation and the ethics of animal research. 3Rs in the UKThe Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA) regulates the use of animals in scientific procedures in the UK. FAQsAnswers to frequently asked questions. |
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