Position Statement Regarding the Use of Animals in Toxicology
Position Statement Regarding the Use of Animals in Toxicology
The Society
of Toxicology is dedicated to the acquisition and dissemination of knowledge
that improves the health and safety of humans and animals, and the protection
of their environment.
To fulfill this objective,
the Society is committed to:
- the
design and conduct of the best possible scientific research;
- the
responsible use of laboratory animals in toxicological research and testing
as necessary and vital to ensure and enhance the quality of human and
animal
health and the environment;
- the
development and use of alternatives to the use of animals;
- the
use of research designs that employ less painful or stressful procedures
and improve animal care; and
- a
reduction in the number of animals used for research and testing when
this is scientifically
appropriate and valid.
The SOT Code
of Ethics states that each member shall observe
the spirit as well as the letter of the laws, regulations, and ethical standards
with regard to the welfare of humans and animals involved in any experimental
procedures.
Adopted
March 1999 by SOT
[Necessity of Animal Research]
[Reliability of Animal Data]
[Commitment
to ResponsibleTreatment] [Advancing Valid Alternatives]
[Position Statement]
[Guiding
Principles] [Further Information] [Selected
References]
[Public Policy Statement] [Download
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