University of Exeter workshop: Improving Welfare and Reproducibility in Zebrafish Research
The University of Exeter (with funding from the NC3Rs and support from the RSPCA Animals in Science Department) is pleased to present: ‘Improving Welfare and Reproducibility in Zebrafish Research’ – a 2.5 day in-person workshop in Exeter, UK. This workshop is aimed at zebrafish researchers, facility managers and other technical staff, but will be of interest to anyone involved in the care, use and regulation of laboratory zebrafish.
The workshop themes will cover the latest developments in the field of zebrafish husbandry and care, including the effects of water chemistry on zebrafish reproducibility and welfare. It will also include invited presentations from Christian Lawrence (SmartLabs), Lynne Sneddon (University of Gothenburg), Christine Lieggi (Cornell University), Simon Mackenzie (University of Stirling), Robert Gerlai (University of Toronto) and Carole Wilson (IAT Council member and former head of the
zebrafish facility at University College London).
We welcome abstracts for short talks and poster presentations related to any aspect of welfare and reproducibility in zebrafish research. The abstract submission deadline has been
extended to 23 February 2024. Please visit
this page for more details.
There will be plenty of opportunities for formal and informal discussions on zebrafish welfare and reproducibility, including breakout groups and social events.
Registration fee: £300 (including lunches, evening meals and refreshments).
Registration closes on Friday 22nd March 2024.
Once you have registered your interest through this form, you will be sent a link to EventBrite to complete your payment.
Contact: animalsinscience@rspca.org.uk
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