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Representatives from the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently drafted a commentary that addressed the Center’s outlook on the challenges and…
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The coronavirus pandemic has changed our lives in many ways. As we practice social distancing and abide by rules to not congregate in large groups, many schools across the country…
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Anyone following national news of late is probably getting tired of hearing about the federal budget, and that’s fair. The budget process seems to drag out longer every year, and…
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The Humane Research and Testing Act of 2021 (H.R. 1744) addresses two important objectives related to the use of animals in research: it presents an opportunity to advance the development…
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Continuing our longstanding investment in ending the exploitation of animals used in science, NAVS and the International Foundation for Ethical Research (IFER) are pleased to announce the recipients of the…
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In a nearly unanimous vote of 667 to 4, the European Parliament on Wednesday passed a historic resolution that calls on the European Commission to phase out all animal experiments.…
Read MoreResources for Teachers and Students Look beyond traditional dissection and you’ll find fun, creative and effective non-animal alternatives. From web-based programs and apps to physical models, these solutions help teach…
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Last week, NAVS attended the virtual Educators for Animals Conference, sponsored by Humane Canada. This international gathering brought together hundreds of educators from around the world to discuss ways to…
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The COVID-19 pandemic has presented challenges for educators across the world and forced many of them to rethink the way they deliver course content. For instance, many educators teaching biology…
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Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) comprise a complex collection of developmental disabilities that can cause considerable behavioral, communication and social challenges. While there are likely many causes of ASD, including biologic,…
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