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We explain the role of animals in medical and scientific research in the UK #AnimalResearch #MiceInResearch #FishInResearch #ConcordatOpenness 🐁

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New research #InMice from Cambridge University suggests a common diabetes drug, Metformin, could be effective in preventing leukaemia. ow.ly/IAvF50VG9VJ #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting

New research #InMice from <a href="/Cambridge_Uni/">Cambridge University</a> suggests a common diabetes drug, Metformin, could be effective in preventing leukaemia.

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Contrary to popular belief, the first #vaccine developed by Louis #Pasteur wasn’t against #rabies. It was a #veterinary vaccine that targeted a #chicken diarrhoeal #disease #WorldImmunizationWeek #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting

Contrary to popular belief, the first #vaccine developed by Louis #Pasteur wasn’t against #rabies. It was a #veterinary vaccine that targeted a #chicken diarrhoeal #disease 

#WorldImmunizationWeek #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting
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After tests in animals showing anti-cancer properties to the drug Niraparib, researchers from the university of Leicester have found for the first time it can limit the growth of mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer caused by asbestos. #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting

After tests in animals showing anti-cancer properties to the drug Niraparib, researchers from the university of Leicester have found for the first time it can limit the growth of mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer caused by asbestos.
#AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting
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Last week, MPs gathered in Westminster Hall to debate a high-profile petition calling for an immediate ban on the use of dogs in scientific procedures. Result: the government reiterated that an immediate ban on dogs in research is not feasible. understandinganimalresearch.org.uk/news/mps-debat…

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In a recent poll, you asked us to Deep Dive into the animal research behind the newly identified brain circuits that control decision making. Head on to our website to read the full article : understandinganimalresearch.org.uk/news/animal-re… Animals involved : mice

In a recent poll, you asked us to Deep Dive into the animal research behind the newly identified brain circuits that control decision making.  Head on to our website to read the full article : understandinganimalresearch.org.uk/news/animal-re… 

Animals involved : mice
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In a new study in mice and humans, researchers at UCL, the Wellcome Sanger Institute and the University of Cambridge have identified the cells that become the second most common lung cancer and the way that it becomes dominant in the lung. ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/may/…

In a new study in mice and humans, researchers at UCL, the Wellcome Sanger Institute and the University of Cambridge have identified the cells that become the second most common lung cancer and the way that it becomes dominant in the lung.  

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Did you know that #AIDS in humans is caused by 2 viruses ( #HIV-1 and HIV-2) that are the result of multiple cross-species transmissions of the #monkey version of the viruses, simian immunodeficiency #viruses (SIVs), that infect African #primates ? #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting

Did you know that #AIDS in humans is caused by 2 viruses ( #HIV-1 and HIV-2) that are the result of multiple cross-species transmissions of the #monkey version of the viruses, simian immunodeficiency #viruses (SIVs), that infect African #primates ?

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"Animal research forms a small but vital part of Imperial's world-leading biomedical research as we seek new ways to benefit human health." Prof Marina Botto comments on Imperial College London receiving the Leader in Openness award from Understanding Animal Research.👇 imperial.ac.uk/news/264033/im…

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After research in #animals, scientists from King’s college have found that low-dose interleukin-2, a molecule known to regulate the immune system in humans, is both safe and effective for use on people with ALS. #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting

After research in #animals, scientists from King’s college have found that low-dose interleukin-2, a molecule known to regulate the immune system in humans, is both safe and effective for use on people with ALS. 
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Just like humans, #dolphins can get #papillomaviruses, some of which can cause #cancer. Several hundred species or types of papillomaviruses have been identified in mammals and other vertebrates such as 🐦,  🐍 ,  🐢  and 🐠 . #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting

Just like humans, #dolphins can get #papillomaviruses, some of which can cause #cancer. Several hundred species or types of papillomaviruses have been identified in mammals and other vertebrates such as 🐦,  🐍 ,  🐢  and 🐠 . 

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The latest figures from Northern Ireland show a decrease in animals used in research in 2023. A more detailed breakdown is available in the article below. #AnimalResearch understandinganimalresearch.org.uk/news/procedure…

The latest figures from Northern Ireland show a decrease in animals used in research in 2023. A more detailed breakdown is available in the article below.
#AnimalResearch

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Cambridge University researchers have developed a new therapy against B-cell acute lymphoblastic #leukaemia, the commonest #cancer in childhood, with the potential to be less toxic than current treatment and to be effective in all age groups. #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting

Cambridge University researchers have developed a new therapy against B-cell acute lymphoblastic #leukaemia, the commonest #cancer in childhood, with the potential to be less toxic than current treatment and to be effective in all age groups. 
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#Herpesviruses occur in all vertebrates from mice to elephants and also in birds, turtles, reptiles, fish and even oysters. Baboons are no exception. More info : ow.ly/ws5350VZ1xW #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting

#Herpesviruses occur in all vertebrates from mice to elephants and also in birds, turtles, reptiles, fish and even oysters. Baboons are no exception. 

More info : ow.ly/ws5350VZ1xW 

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The apolipoprotein E (APOE) gene is a major genetic #risk factor for #Alzheimer’s disease. APOE type differentially affects disease risk by regulating #microglia, the #brain's #immune cells according to new study. doi.org/10.1038/s41467… #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting

The apolipoprotein E (APOE) gene is a major genetic #risk factor for #Alzheimer’s disease. APOE type differentially affects disease risk by regulating #microglia, the #brain's #immune cells according to new study.

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Being open about #AnimalResearch means building trust with the public, helping people understand that this is essential work that is done for the benefit of society. #Openness #AnimalTesting #BOARD25 #transparency

Being open about #AnimalResearch means building trust with the public, helping people understand that this is essential work that is done for the benefit of society. 

#Openness #AnimalTesting #BOARD25 #transparency
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The bacterium that causes #syphilis in humans relies on its host for nutrients and cannot be grown #invitro. The #rabbit model reflects human infection & helps study disease pathogenesis, explore new therapies & vaccines. understandinganimalresearch.org.uk/news/ten-anima… #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting

The bacterium that causes #syphilis in humans relies on its host for nutrients and cannot be grown #invitro. The #rabbit model reflects human infection &amp; helps study disease pathogenesis, explore new therapies &amp; vaccines.

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The combination of two drugs, rapamycin and trametinib, currently used in cancer therapy extended the #lifespan of #mice by 30% in a study published in Nature Aging. #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting doi.org/10.1038/s43587…

The combination of two drugs, rapamycin and trametinib, currently used in cancer therapy extended the #lifespan of #mice by 30% in a study published in Nature Aging. 
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If you’ve read anything on animal testing, you’ll have read something to the effect that 'more than 90% of drugs tested in animals fail in humans'. Is that some damning indictment of animal models? Absolutely not! #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting understandinganimalresearch.org.uk/news/the-90-my…

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In a ground-breaking discovery, chronic pain has been shown to be physiologically different from acute pain. This new roadmap for therapies brings hope to patients. Animal model : mouse #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting #pain #chronicPain DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.abc5219

In a ground-breaking discovery, chronic pain has been shown to be physiologically different from acute pain. This new roadmap for therapies brings hope to patients.

Animal model : mouse 
#AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting #pain #chronicPain
DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.abc5219
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Join us this Thursday for our June webinar "Award winning openness: ideas to take your openness to the next level". understandinganimalresearch.org.uk/news/award-win…

Join us this Thursday for our June webinar "Award winning openness: ideas to take your openness to the next level".

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