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2016 RMIT Animal Ethics SeminarThe Research Office at RMIT University is proud to present this seminar considering advances and innovations in animal ethics and animal welfare from various perspectives; including ethics, governance, regulatory, and scientific perspectives.
This seminar features a dynamic line up of speakers including:
Associate Professor Ross Vlahos, Associate Professor Clinical Sciences, School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University
Dr Dani Maver, Manager, Licensing and Audit, Biosecurity, the Victorian Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources
Dr Malcolm France, Consultant Laboratory Animal Veterinarian and Chairperson for the UTS Animal Care and Ethics Committee
Mr Sebastian Gimenez, Senior Animal Ethics Officer and AEC Secretary, Faculty of Science. University of Melbourne
Specific topics that will be covered include:
>> Advances in animal models for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) research
>> Assessment of pain and wellbeing in rodents
>> Challenges with transparency in animal research
>> Testing boundaries: the Code, Regulations and the Precautionary Principle
>> Novel and innovative animal research: An ethics and governance perspective
There will be Question & Answer sessions following all presentations and ample opportunities to network, with morning tea and lunch provided.
This seminar is invaluable for people with an interest in and/or responsibilities with regard to animal ethics and welfare in a research environment including: prospective and existing researchers, Animal Ethics Committee members, animal ethics and governance advisors, animal technicians and veterinarians, and license holders.
EVENT DETAILSWhen: 9.45am – 4.00pm, Friday 28 October 2016 (registrations open from 9.00-9.30am)
Registration: Registration is essential and can be made via http://bit.ly/animalethics2016
Where: RMIT University, Bundoora West Campus (address provided upon registration)
Cost: $55 (GST inclusive) for full registration - Morning tea and lunch provided.FREE for RMIT studentsFREE for RMIT staff
For further information about this event please contact
Dr Rebbecca Wilcox ([email protected])
or Dr Bradley Hayward ([email protected])