Partners

Biosciences Federation (BSF)
The Biosciences Federation is actively working to influence policy and strategy in biology-based research - including funding and the interface with other disciplines - and in school and university teaching. The Federation is also concerned about the translation of research into benefits for society, and about the impact of legislation and regulations on the ability of those working in teaching and research to deliver effectively.The Boyd Group
The Boyd Group is a UK based forum for open exchange of views on issues of concern related to the use of animals in science.

Institute of Animal Technology (IAT)
The Register of Animal Technicians was set up in June 1995 to promote the status of Animal Technicians in view of the impending new legislation, the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986. Individuals on the Register are considered by their qualifications, experience and personal attitudes, to be suitable to shoulder the responsibilities of senior posts within laboratory animal facilities. The Board is responsible for the administration of the Register.

Federation of European Laboratory Animal Science Associations (FELASA)
The Board consists of up to 2 representatives from each constituent organisation and it meets twice a year.

Institute of Biology
The Institute of Biology represents UK biology and biologists; it has 15.000 members and 75 Affiliated Societies. LASA is a member of the Affiliated Societies Forum which brings together 75 Societies ranging from the Physiological Society to the British Grassland Association. The aim is that the IOB, together with its Affiliated Societies, should become the ‘Voice of British biology’. LASA is also a member of the AWARE Committee - Animal Welfare in Research and Education. The Accreditation Panel is responsible for the accreditation of licensee training courses.

International Council for Laboratory Animal Science (ICLAS)
ICLAS is an international scientific organization dedicated to advancing human and animal health by promoting the ethical care and use of laboratory animals in research worldwide.Laboratory Animal Breeders Association (LABA)This Association is for the breeders and suppliers of laboratory animals. It is important for both ethical and scientific reasons that these animals are of a high and consistent standard, and LABA is concerned to ensure that such standards are attained.

Laboratory Animals Limited (LAL)
Registered Office: 20 Queensberry Place, London SW7 2DZ. Laboratory Animals Ltd is a limited company which was set up by LASA and it is this organisation which publishes the journal Laboratory Animals. The company is a registered charity and is obliged to apply all its resources to the advancement of public education in laboratory animal science, technology and welfare. Laboratory Animals Ltd also produces a range of other publications on subjects considered to be of interest and use to those professionally engaged in laboratory animal science, and to other scientists, advisors and suppliers.

Laboratory Animal Veterinary Association (LAVA)
LAVA deals with the veterinary care and all aspects of the welfare of laboratory animals. It helps to ensure that vets are properly equipped to look after experimental animals.

The National Centre for the Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animals in Research (NC3Rs)
The NC3Rs brings together stakeholders in the 3Rs in academia, industry, government and animal welfare organisations to facilitate the exchange of information and ideas, and the translation of research findings into practice that will benefit both animals and science. The Centre funds high-quality 3Rs research, organises workshops and symposia to disseminate and advance the 3Rs, and develops 3Rs information resources and guidelines.

Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA)
Laboratory animals are used for many different purposes in research and testing, and each area of use raises specific ethical, welfare and scientific issues. The RSPCA adopts a constructive and practical approach, judging every issue individually, critically questioning the necessity and justification for animal use and striving to reduce the conflict between animals and science wherever possible.

Understanding Animal Research
Understanding Animal Research is the new organisation formed by the Research Defence Society and Coalition for Medical Progress

Universities Federation for Animal Welfare
UFAW is an internationally recognised, independent, scientific and educational animal welfare charity cncerned with improving knowledge and understanding of animals' needs in order to promote high standards of welfare for farm, companion, laboratory, captive wild animals and thosw with which we interact in the wild.