UAB Master in Laboratory Animal Science & Welfare

Knowledge Source Identification
Knowledge source name UAB Master in Laboratory Animal Science & Welfare
Owner/Developer Autonomous University of Barcelona
Abbreviated owner UAB
Country Spain
Languages English, Spanish
URL http://pagines.uab.cat/anilab/en/content/introduction
Contact email pg.animals.laboratori@uab.cat
Description The UAB Master in Laboratory Animal Science & Welfare has been running since 2000 to provide specialized training for professionals who work with animals for research purposes. The program aims to provide expertise and professional excellence in all areas of laboratory animal science relevant to animal experimentation. Specifically, the program is designed for veterinarians and other specialist personnel designated with responsibility for the welfare and care of laboratory animals. Each module can be completed independently with some modules leading to accreditation for some of the functions described in EU Directive 2010/63/EU and RD 53/2013 such as performing procedures, project design and project evaluation.
Knowledge Source Category
Category Education/Training
Sub categories Post-graduate program
Knowledge Dissemination and Sharing
Dissemination channel Face-to-face, Website
Targeted audience (specified/objective analysis) Students, Scientists, Researchers
Users access Fee-based access
Knowledge Characterization
3Rs relevance Reduction, Refinement
Purpose Education and training, Documentation and information
Legislative framework Directive 2010/63/EU
Technology/Tools Animal testing (in vivo)