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Understanding Animal Research is a Mutual Society (not-for-profit organisation) that explains why animals are used in medical and scientific research

The global resource for scientific evidence in animal research

The National Centre for the Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animals in Research

The Foundation for Biomedical Research (FBR) is America’s most experienced, trusted and effective nonprofit dedicated to improving human and animal health by promoting public understanding and support for biomedical research.

The International Council of Laboratory Animal Science (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.

FELASA, the Federation of European Laboratory Animal Science Associations, represents common interests in the furtherance of all aspects of laboratory animal science (LAS) in Europe and beyond. FELASA puts the 3Rs of Laboratory Animal Science 'Replacement, Reduction and Refinement' centre stage. FELASA advocates responsible scientific conduct with animals in the life sciences with particular emphasis on ensuring animal welfare.

The American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) advances responsible laboratory animal care and use to benefit people and animals.

The aim of the Asian Federation of Laboratory Animal Science Associations (AFLAS) is to promote through international co-operation Asian Congresses on Laboratory Animal Science for the purpose of reviewing scientific, technical and educational problems in Laboratory Animal Science, to develop other relevant activities in the interest of Laboratory Animal Science, and to contribute to animal welfare.

The National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is a non-governmental, non-profit organization chartered by the US Congress in 1863 at the request of President Lincoln. The Academy has two missions: to honor the nation’s top scientists, engineers, and health professionals with membership, and to serve the nation with independent, expert advice.

The European Animal Research Association (EARA) is a communications and advocacy organization, representing both public and private institutions in the biomedical sector.

NORECOPA is Norway's National Consensus Platform for the advancement of "the 3 Rs" (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement) in connection with animal experiments. Norecopa was founded on 10 October 2007. Norecopa maintains website with 3R-resources. The website consists of approx. 9,000 pages.