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Building knowledge of NAMs through risk science
Yadvinder Bhuller1, Morgan Gale2, Fevrelyn Yadao2
1Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada.
Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology : RTP
|September 18, 2024
Summary
A mini-course introduced New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) to young students, bridging the knowledge gap in non-animal toxicological risk assessment. This initiative aims to train the next generation of risk scientists.
Area of Science:
- Toxicology and Risk Assessment
- Science Education
Background:
- The 12th World Congress on Alternatives and Animal Use in the Life Sciences highlighted the need to integrate New Approach Methodologies (NAMs).
- A knowledge gap exists between current experts and the next generation of scientists regarding NAMs in toxicological risk assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an educational initiative for young students (13-16 years) on risk science and NAMs.
- To create a virtual training roadmap for broader dissemination of knowledge on non-animal testing strategies.
Main Methods:
- A mini-course was designed and delivered at the University of Ottawa.
- The course focused on risk science and the application of NAMs in human health risk assessment.
- A virtual training roadmap was developed based on the course content.
Main Results:
- Successfully engaged students aged 13-16 in learning about risk science and NAMs.
- Developed a foundational virtual training roadmap for future risk scientists.
- Facilitated knowledge exchange between emerging and established scientists in the field.
Conclusions:
- Educational programs are crucial for training the next generation in advanced toxicological risk assessment methods.
- Virtual training roadmaps can effectively scale knowledge dissemination for New Approach Methodologies.
- Bridging the generational knowledge gap in NAMs is vital for advancing non-animal testing.
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