Is it time to replace the 3 R’s?
More than sixty years have passed since Russell and Burch introduced the “3 R’s” concept—reduction, refinement and replacement of animal use—to advance animal welfare standards and reduce animal use in…
Most VA Dog Experiments Deemed Unnecessary
NAVS has long advocated that dogs should not be subjected to unnecessary pain and experimentation. Yet every year, tens of thousands of dogs are used in such research in the…
Organoids Advance COVID-19 Research
As the world continues to see the number of COVID-19 cases rise—and braces for a potential second wave—time is of the essence to scientifically investigate the coronavirus and discover approaches…
Gallup Poll Holds Disappointing News for Animals
How do Americans feel about medical testing on animals? A Gallup poll that has been tracking responses to this question since 2001 revealed last week that 56% of Americans view…
The Promise of Cell-Based Alternatives
NAVS has long supported the Society for In Vitro Biology (SIVB), a professional organization focused on cell-based biological research and development and the significant application of these advancements to science…
And then there were six
Each year, thanks to your generosity and commitment to advancing science without harming animals, NAVS awards a grant to the International Foundation for Ethical Research (IFER). This grant funds Graduate…
Non-animal models are aiding in the fight against COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc on individuals around the world, leading to more than 100,000 deaths in the U.S. and more than 385,000 deaths globally. As such, the…
NAVS Encouraged by Progress Shared at Virtual ICCVAM Meeting
NAVS has long advocated for new approaches to scientific experimentation that are human relevant and reduce reliance on animal models. That’s why we are pleased to share some exciting information…
