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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.

Next webinar on October 15, 2026: La recherche sur la Faune Sauvage Non Hébergée

"Les utilisations d’animaux en degré de gravité sévère",
report by the FC3R advisory board.

Opal Short Note Challenge!
The Opal will be awarded to the next 7 short notes

Take part in the ERA4NAMs survey to identify European training needs in relation to new methodological approaches (NAMs)


The new call for FC3R projects: "Développer et renforcer les méthodes de remplacement" is open !

EVENTS

04.11.27 EARA CONFERENCE Animal Research or New Approaches? A Battle for Public Trust Lisbonne, Portugal

The conference will explore how the sector can communicate complex science clearly, explain the continued role of animal research, address the place of newer methodologies and strengthen openness and public understanding across Europe and globally.

NEWS

Applying the 3Rs principle to wildlife research

14.09.26

Through concrete examples drawn from her work, Hélène Gachot-Neveu demonstrates how the 3Rs principle can be applied in wildlife research.

Towards responsible management and a reduction in laboratory mouse breeding

09.07.26

What are the key levers for reducing the use of animals while ensuring the quality and sustainability of experimental models?

BimmoH: the leading source of Human Models for Biomedical Research

22.05.26

This database facilitates the identification of non-animal technologies, accelerates biomedical research, and promotes the ethical principles of the 3Rs.