The Government is seeking input on technological alternatives to animal testing in life sciences research.
The Government’s Life Sciences Sector Plan discusses ongoing efforts to replace, reduce, and refine the use of animals in research. It also notes a Government commitment to phase out animal testing in partnership with scientists, industry, and civil society, with a strategy for supporting alternative methods to be published in 2025.
This project will outline the latest developments in replacement technologies, such as computer models, organoids and the use of human cell cultures to create “organs-on-chip”. It will summarise the extent to which these technologies accurately and usefully replicate the biological complexity of human bodies, and barriers and opportunities for their adoption.
Information on issues relevant to the project is welcome and please note that this project will not cover techniques used in animal testing or associated ethical issues. Only contributions focused on technology alternatives will be considered.
Deadline for contributions closes at 23:55 on 28 September 2025.
To contribute to this research, please complete this form.
