The National Centre for the Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animals in Research (NC3Rs) of the UK
The National Centre for the Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animals in Research (NC3Rs) in the UK is a highly respected organisation funded primarily by the UK Government to promote the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction and Refinement). It has developed a very good reputation for its balanced approach to supporting the 3Rs in the UK.
One may find it worth looking at their website to understand and be informed about their activities [www.nc3rs.org.uk]. NC3R has an impressive grant funding activity, which sets very high standards for applicants to succeed. It has also important partnerships with both industry and academia in areas of research where animal use could be replaced, reduced or refined. NC3R has also played an important role in public perception in the UK.