European consensus-platform for alternatives
| Knowledge Source Identification | |
|---|---|
| Knowledge source name | European consensus-platform for alternatives |
| Abbreviated name | ecopa |
| Country | Belgium |
| Languages | English |
| URL | http://www.ecopa.eu |
| Contact | http://www.ecopa.eu/contact/ |
| Description | The primary aim of ecopa is to promote "the three Rs" (Replacement, Reduction and Refinement) in the use of animals in research, testing, education and training in Europe. ecopa strives for consensus between all four stakeholders in attempting to achieve its goals: Government and regulatory authorities, Academia, Industry, Animal protection and welfare organisations. ECOPA is an international not-for-profit association. |
| Knowledge Source Category | |
| Category | Organization |
| Sub categories | Non-Governmental Organization |
| Knowledge Dissemination and Sharing | |
| Dissemination channel | Website, E-mail |
| Targeted audience (specified/objective analysis) | Scientists, Regulators, Industry, Researchers |
| Users access | Open access |
| Knowledge Characterization | |
| 3Rs relevance | Replacement, Reduction, Refinement |
| Purpose | Documentation and information |