| Knowledge source name |
Institute of Laboratory Animal Sciences |
| Abbreviated name |
LTK |
| Owner/Developer |
University of Zurich |
| Abbreviated owner |
UZH |
| Country |
Switzerland |
| Languages |
English |
| URL |
http://www.ltk.uzh.ch/en.html |
| Contact |
http://www.ltk.uzh.ch/en/contact.html |
| Contact email |
thorsten.buch@uzh.ch |
| Description |
The Institute of Laboratory Animal Sciences (LTK) is dedicated to performing highest level research, services and teaching in translational and basic research. Through its educational program the staff of LTK introduces every year hundreds of Swiss and international scientists into the appropriate methodology for conducting humane and scientifically sound animal experiments in their respective research fields. This well-respected program follows the high standards of Swiss animal protection legislation and of the Federation of European Laboratory Animal Science Associations (FELASA). Advanced courses in specific topics provide further training for scientists. |