World Day for Laboratory Animals
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World Day for Laboratory Animals draws attention to animals used in research and testing. Campaigners call for less suffering and greater investment in methods that can replace animal experiments.
How it is celebrated: animal protection groups organise public events, awareness campaigns and demonstrations. Discussions explore research ethics alongside approaches such as cell-based models and computer simulations that can replace some animal studies.
The influential Three Rs principle dates back to 1959. Its three aims are replacement of animals with other methods, reduction in the number used, and refinement of procedures to minimise pain and distress.