NC3Rs: National Centre for the Replacement Refinement & Reduction of Animals in Research

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Training on the 3Rs

A video resource for introductory training on the 3Rs aimed at in vivo researchers and animal technicians.

E-learning | Webinar and video
Cover slide for the 3Rs training webinar. The title of the talk is seen in white text on a blue background - The 3Rs: Their definition, application and importance to your work.
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Welfare assessment (EU 5)

How to recognise and prevent pain, suffering and distress in laboratory animals.

E-learning
A screenshot of an e-learning module activity, with a photo of a white rat labelled with green "i" buttons to indicate where trainees can click for more information. A label reads "Body posture: the posture is normal".
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Pain alleviation (EU 21-7)

Post-operative pain relief for laboratory animals, including selecting and using analgesics.

E-learning
A close up of an animal being injected with analgesia
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Pain assessment (EU 21-8)

Recognising pain and assessing its severity in laboratory animals following surgery.

E-learning
Screenshot of the EU 21-8 training module, featuring a mouse on a gloved hand