Role and mission

FENS supports research using animals when it is carefully regulated, where alternative methods are not available and high welfare standards are met.

Activities & support

FENS supports the development of resources on animals in research, promotes public education and supports scientists facing challenges to their research.

Transparency in animal research

FENS supports a wide range of activities aiming to encourage openness in animal research.

Useful resources

CARE has collated a selection of useful platforms, links and reports about animal research and the European legislative framework.

The Committee on Animals in Research (CARE)

CARE was established to advise FENS on the responsible use of animals in neuroscience research and to support the development of resources on animals in research.

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