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Animal Research at a Crossroads
Strengths, Weaknesses & the Path Forward
Free webinar (Google Meet)
Limited to 500 attendees
Speaker
Speaker
Dr. Sally A. Thompson-Iritani, DVM, PhD, CPIA, CHABP, CFE, CCFP
Director, Animal Care, Outreach, and the 3Rs
University of Washington, Seattle (USA)
Dr. Thompson-Iritani is widely recognised for her work in ethical animal research, the 3Rs, and shaping healthier research cultures. At the University of Washington, she leads efforts that bring the 3Rs into everyday practice. She’s also President of the 3Rs Collaborative and chairs the Board on Animal Health Sciences and Conservation Research at the US National Academies.
Her background has moved between industry and academia. She has worked as a laboratory animal veterinarian, an IACUC administrator, and a preclinical researcher, and she holds certifications in IACUC administration and Compassion Fatigue. Colleagues know her for her steady, thoughtful approach and her commitment to building a real culture of care rooted in ethics, compassion, and good science.
In 2024, she was awarded the Charles River 3Rs Prize for her impact on humane and innovative research. She also sits on the Board of Trustees of the Scientists Center for Animal Welfare and contributes to several international initiatives focused on better welfare, greater openness, and stronger professional communities.
Abstract
Abstract
Animal research is at a moment of change. The way we do science, care for animals, and communicate with the public has never been so important. In this webinar, we’ll take an honest look at where the field stands today and how it can move forward responsibly. Using a SWOT lens (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats), we’ll explore practical ways to make animal research stronger, more ethical, and easier for society to trust. We’ll also discuss what a real “Culture of Care and Challenge” looks like in practice, and how applying the 3Rs in daily work can make research more humane, more credible, and better prepared for the future.
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
Identify the key strengths and weaknesses shaping animal research today.
Discover innovative strategies to turn challenges into opportunities.
Learn how the 3Rs drive both ethical progress and scientific quality.
See how a “Culture of Care and Challenge” can transform research culture.
Key takeaways
Key takeaways
Animal research remains essential, but it must keep evolving.
The 3Rs are practical tools, not just principles.
Strong workplace culture improves both welfare and data quality.
Transparency and communication build trust.
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