Bacteria in the gut acquired early in life could affect future brain development and behaviour, according to new research on mice.
A hormone has been found that boosts the memory of an unpleasant experience in rats.
An innovative new instrument has been developed that enables scientists to observe changes deep inside the brains of animals.
Mice can be used to mimic Alzheimer's disease in humans.
A potential RNA based treatment for HIV is showing positive results in tests on mice.
Each year the National Centre for the Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animals in Research (NC3Rs) awards a prize for innovative research which has an impact on the use of animals in life sciences.
Dr Simon Festing, the Chief Executive of Understanding Animal Research for a little over six years, is leaving the organisation to take up the post of CEO of the Society for General Microbiology (SGM).
Scientists are closer to developing a vaccine against the superbug MRSA.
Small strands of RNA, called microRNA, inhibit prostate cancer stem cells in mice.
Zebrafish raised in microgravity, replicating the conditions of space, develop skull defects.
An artificial human digestive system is replacing the use of animals in some tests to see how medicines are absorbed, The Times reported last week.
Get the latest articles and news from Understanding Animal Research in your email inbox every month. For more information, please see our privacy policy.
