Researchers

Introduction to the 3Rs: how to perform good animal science everyday

The Imperial 3Rs Hub, in collaboration with Responsible Research In Practice, produced a video lecture to introduce all level of research staff to the 3Rs principles and practices – with advice on how to fulfils the Imperial College London expectations when working with animals.

Imperial 3Rs Hub courses for researchers

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Experimental Design and Power Analysis for In Vivo Scientists

An on-line course run once a year for Imperial Staff and Student to learn the theory and practice behind experimental design and statistical analyses in animal research.

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Lab Animal Publication School

An on-line course run once a year for Imperial Staff and Student to learn how to write about animal and 3Rs studies for academic purposes (publishing or grant applications).

External courses for researchers

  • Responsible research in Practice offer a series of online courses on various subjects. Imperial 3Rs PhD students can have a discount to access some of them, if you are interested, please contact the 3Rs Programme Manager. 
  • FRAME Education & Training Opportunities programme provides training and education for future and current research scientists through different channels. 
  • NC3Rs regional team delivers free 3Rs training to a variety of audiences across the UK. If you are interested in any and would like to arrange them at Imperial, please contact the 3Rs Programme Manager. 
  • Charles River hosts frequent seminars, symposia, webinars, workshops, and trainings. They also have ad-hoc eLearning and on-demand webinars for scientists, veterinarians, animal technologists, and support staff. 
  • UAR offers bespoken or ad-hoc training sessions to learn how to engage with the public on animal research topics. 

Are you a PhD student with a 3Rs project? Do you supervise a student working on 3Rs idea? Check our 3Rs PhD Examples section to find new inspirations and learn about our Network.