FOR A RESPONSIBLE AND INNOVATIVE RESEARCH
FC3R is the French reference center for all 3Rs-related matters. It aims to support responsible use of animals for scientific research and to promote alternative and innovative methods.
Opal Short Note Challenge!
The Opal will be awarded to the next 10 short notes that are accepted by the FC3R.
The call for projects "Refinement" is open !
2025 3Rs prize for “Culture of care” and “Research”: call for applications!
Consult The report on Replacement in France
Next webinar 10/16/2025:
Réduction : apport des banques de tissus et des bases de données
The COST Action IMPROVE launches the survey NAM expert pool Database
Ce congrès sera l’occasion de confronter les progrès les plus récents aux enjeux éthiques, cliniques et sociétaux qu’ils soulèvent, en croisant les regards d’experts, de chercheurs de praticiens et de patients.
Organized by 3R-Competence Network NRW
15.09.25
Solenn Percelay, Animal Welfare scientist, works to ensure that mouse welfare is integrated into everyday scientific and ethical considerations.
18.09.25
The launch of the Ombion center confirms the Netherlands' pioneering role in the transition to animal-free research.
04.07.25
BME, widely used in advanced cell culture and organoid research, are derived from mouse tumors and present significant ethical, scientific, and practical challenges.
