Institute of Animal Technology
Knowledge Source Identification | |
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Knowledge source name | Institute of Animal Technology |
Abbreviated name | IAT |
Owner/Developer | Institute of Animal Technology |
Abbreviated owner | IAT |
Country | United Kingdom |
Languages | English |
URL | http://www.iat.org.uk |
Contact email | admin@iat.org.uk |
Description | Founded in 1950, the IAT is the foremost professional body in the field of Animal Technology. Our purpose is to advance knowledge and promote excellence in the care and welfare of animals in science and to enhance the standards and status of those professionally engaged in the care, welfare and use of animals in science. Our members have expertise across all aspects of animal welfare and technology and we actively support the three R's – Refinement, Reduction & Replacement. We continually strive to advance and promote excellence in technology and the practice of laboratory animal care and welfare through advice, guidance and initiatives such as the IAT Career Pathway. |
Knowledge Source Category | |
Category | Organization |
Sub categories | Non-Governmental Organization, Services |
Knowledge Dissemination and Sharing | |
Dissemination channel | Website, Audio / Video, Social media, Professional online network |
Targeted audience (specified/objective analysis) | Scientists, Researchers |
Knowledge Characterization | |
3Rs relevance | Refinement |
Purpose | Animal welfare, Education and training, Documentation and information |
Technology/Tools | Animal testing (in vivo) |