Perspectives in Laboratory Animal Science
| Knowledge Source Identification | |
|---|---|
| Knowledge source name | Perspectives in Laboratory Animal Science |
| Abbreviated name | PILAS |
| Owner/Developer | Fund for the Replacement of Animals in Medical Experiments |
| Abbreviated owner | FRAME |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Languages | English |
| URL | http://pilas.org.uk/ |
| Description | PiLAS stands for Perspectives in Laboratory Animal Science. It was set up in 2012 to provide a discussion forum, originally for students of veterinary science. Since then it has expanded to cover all aspects of laboratory animal science. The aim of PiLAS is to improve the quality of discussion about animal experimentation and alternative approaches, by offering scientists in all relevant fields an opportunity to share their expertise, knowledge and ideas concerning these and other issues raised by laboratory animal use. |
| Knowledge Source Category | |
| Category | Information System |
| Sub categories | Specialized website |
| Knowledge Dissemination and Sharing | |
| Dissemination channel | Website, Forum / Blog |
| Targeted audience (specified/objective analysis) | Students, Scientists, Researchers |
| Users access | Open access, User registration |
| Knowledge Characterization | |
| 3Rs relevance | Replacement, Reduction, Refinement |
| Purpose | Documentation and information |