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🌞🔬 A Marvel of Science: Animal Cells Harnessing Sunlight! 🔬🌞 Japanese scientists have achieved a groundbreaking feat by making animal cells use sunlight like plants. Discover how this innovation could revolutionize food production and medicine. Learn more with Student Edge: https://studentedge.in/ #PlanimalPower #Photosynthesis #StudentEdgeNews #studentedge #kidsnewspaper #newsforkids #childrensnewspaper #childnewspaper🌞🔬🐁🐭🧬🦠

Scientific research can have surprising applications. Zoologist and Corresponding Member Prof Eric Warrant FAA (@LundUniversity) is a world authority on animal dim light vision and navigation and his research has helped shape novel camera technologies.

I had the privilege of attending the "ICMR-DHR Sponsored Workshop on Applications of 3Rs and Alternatives to Animal Testing." The discussions centered on sophisticated methods that not only advance research but also minimize the reliance on animal testing. We explored innovative technologies such as predictive computer models, including SAR (in silico) modeling with Schrödinger Inc., and alternative models like zebrafish and Drosophila. Listening to esteemed experts in the field was profoundly inspiring, illustrating how scientific progress can harmonize with ethical considerations. I eagerly anticipate the transformative impact these advancements will have within the research community! #Animaltestingalternatives #ethicalscience #Research

Today, ignacio Ochoa Garrido had the pleasure of giving a plenary talk at the V Latin American Congress on Alternative Methods to the Use of Experimental Animals (#colama_col). The discussion focused on the cutting-edge technology of *organ-on-chip*, a groundbreaking alternative to traditional animal testing. This innovative approach offers a more ethical and precise way to simulate human organs and biological processes in research, paving the way for safer and more effective scientific advancements. Exciting times for the future of ethical research! #COLAMA #OrganOnChip #EthicalResearch #Innovation #ScienceForGood #AltMethods #FutureOfScience #ResponsibleScience

The same western blot bands represent different proteins in two different publications (top). Unclear why the authors used partially overlapping images in the same figure (bottom). If they should represent the same animal, why waste space in your manuscript on it? If they should represent a different animal, why use images clearly belonging to the same animal? Study 1 was cited 40 (!) times. Study 2 was cited 33 (!) times. ps: I've already flagged study 2 previously. Three out of seven figures are affected by some sort of image duplication issue.

Very interesting article about the origins of pandemic! To lab or not to lab?

To conclude #WAAW2024, highlighting the Fleming #Fellowship Scheme impact and legacy, #AMR Surveillance Fellow @mabelaworh shares her insights into drug-resistant bacteria 🧫 in animal 🐄 and human settings from published research in PLOS. #FlemingFund https://lnkd.in/ep9xebdt Department of Health and Social Care, Mott MacDonald, DTU - Technical University of Denmark

How is AI transforming biosecurity? At an EA Global conference this year, Nicole Wheeler explored the double-edged sword of AI advances in biological research—from breakthroughs to emerging risks. She highlighted crucial research focused on safeguarding humanity against dangerous pathogens. Interested in exploring some of the world’s most pressing issues, like biosecurity, through the lens of effective altruism? Our upcoming EA Global: Bay Area 2025 is taking place February 21–23, and we’ll be exploring issues across disciplines, from global health and development to farmed animal welfare to global catastrophic risks. Apply now and read more information here: efctv.org/BA25 And to watch Nicole's full talk: https://lnkd.in/ePdKrcuV

🌟 Important insights from Lars Lewejohann’s COST_TEATIME webinar on improving housing systems for lab animals. Enhancing welfare isn’t just ethical—it leads to better science. 🐭🔬 Check out the key takeaways (from Damien Huzard, PhD) and join the conversation on the forum: www.thebehaviourforum.org ! 👇 #AnimalWelfare #BetterScience #LabAnimalScience

2.68 million scientific procedures used animals in British labs in 2023. This is a 3% decrease since 2022 and the lowest number since 2001... But there's still much to be done to ensure our vision of a world where no animal suffers for science. 52% of experimental procedures were for basic research and 25% were for applied research which involves studying the human body to understand its functions, identify potential problems, and develop solutions. These are also areas with no legal requirement to use animals. Our CEO Celean Camp shares "This is a significant area of concern, and is why we continue to focus our energy on empowering researchers and institutions to find, develop, and adopt non-animal methods that are more ethical and better answer questions of human health and biology. We truly believe this will make for a better future for both animals and humans." #AnimalResearch #NAMs #NATs