Animals In Science Committee
February 12
17:08
2025
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Recommendations sought for strengthening the functioning of Animal Welfare and Ethical Review Bodies (AWERBs) and the Named Information Officer (NIO) role. Advice is sought in the following specific areas:
- best practice guidance for AWERBs, particularly relating to their duties regarding the 3Rs (replacement, refinement, and reduction) and training
- the questions that AWERBs should ask project applicants to check that replacement methodologies have been fully considered
- a review of the ASC AWERB network model to assure dissemination of leading practice
- leading practice to ensure that the NIO role functions effectively at establishments, where required