The role of an academic centre

Area of Science:

• * Toxicology and animal welfare science.
• * Biomedical research ethics and policy.

Background:

• * Review of the missions of FRAME (Fund for the Replacement of Animals in Medical Experiments) and CAAT (Center for Alternatives to Animal Testing).
• * Alignment of center missions with university roles in education, research, and service.

Purpose of the Study:

• * To examine the integration of FRAME and CAAT missions within their respective university frameworks.
• * To assess the contribution of the Three Rs (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement) to university objectives.

Main Methods:

• * Analysis of current programs and identification of future needs.
• * Review of research activities, policy studies, and training initiatives.
• * Examination of the alignment between center activities and university missions.

Main Results:

• * The Three Rs are integral to the educational, research, and service missions of universities.
• * FRAME and CAAT significantly contribute to advancing the Three Rs within academic settings.

Conclusions:

• * The missions of animal testing alternatives centers are closely linked to university functions.
• * Implementing the Three Rs supports and enhances the core objectives of higher education institutions.