On November 20-21, 2024, the RSPCA and co-organisers* will host a 1.5-day in-person event in Gentilly, France, as part of its "Focus on Severe Suffering" initiative aimed at addressing and reducing severe suffering in animal research.
The meeting will feature presentations, case studies, and breakout discussions, providing participants the opportunity to compare approaches to refinement and share best practices. The event will bring together scientists, veterinarians, animal facility managers, technologists, and other professionals to share insights and strategies, with a focus on research fields such as neuroscience, cancer, and cardiovascular research.
To apply to attend this event, please complete and submit this short online form. Please note that the meeting will be in-person.
We will confirm your registration by email and will include details of the exact meeting location in Gentilly, France.
The meeting will be held across two days, beginning at 09:00 on 20 November 2024 and ending at 12:00 on 21 November.
We are pleased to announce that there will be NO registration fee, due to the generosity of RSPCA sponsors and co-organisers.
A full programme will be sent to all registered and confirmed participants - and is also available on request by emailing:
animalsinscience@rspca.org.uk
Visit focusonseveresuffering.co.uk to find out more about this initiative
Closing date for registration: Thursday 5th October 2024
*This event is organised in in association with FC3R, AFSTAL, GIRCOR, OPAL, Sanofi, RN-SBEA, RN-CEEA, DCL solutions.
