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Animal Research

No procedures on animals covered by the Animials in (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA) have been carried out at The Open University site since 2023. Open University staff who would like to carry out work that involves animals should speak to their Head of Department about the opportunity to pursue such work at another establishment.

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Why is it necessary?

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Regulations

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Alternatives

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Animal welfare

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Case studies

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