This groundbreaking global forum brings international leaders together from all segments of biomedical research to consider the merits and limits of greater collaboration to meet the challenges of scientific discovery through animal research.
Convening organizations are Americans for Medical Progress, Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry, Canadians for Health Research, Coalition for Medical Progress, Foundation for Biomedical Research, Groupe Interprofessionnel de Réflexion et de Communication sur la Recherche, National Association for Biomedical Research, Pro Forschung, Research Defence Society, and Stichting Informatie Dierproeven - representing the US, UK, Netherlands, Germany, France and Canada.
Keynote speakers such asJames C. Greenwood, CEO of the US Biotechnology Industry Organization and former member of US Congress who chaired its major health committee, as well as other policymakers and experts from government, industry, academia, the media, patient organizations and non-profit institutions will address all participants in plenary sessions.
Program topics of common concern include:
- Science & Public Policy: Society’s Expectations, Global Regulation of Research – Pending Policies & Legislation with Predictions for Future Developments; the 3Rs and Status of Alternative Methods
- Communication & Public Opinion: The Media View, Stakeholders’ Perspectives and Programs to Convey the Benefits of Responsible Animal Research
- Law Enforcement & Security: Risk Assessment, Crisis Prevention & Readiness Based upon Recent Case Studies and Future Needs
Who should attend: Anyone interested in collaborating on positive solutions for a safe environment where scientific knowledge through animal research can be pursued – scientists, animal care and other research staff; security, legal and law enforcement; communication professionals; government, public affairs and compliance officials; administrators and international research policy experts. Registration is open to members of convening organizations and their coalition partners.
Please note: a username and password are required to access secure area. To obtain a username and password, please contact info@animalresearchforum.org
 The NABR 2008 Leadership Conference (www.nabrleadershipconference.org) will take place on Monday, June 23, 2008. Forum attendees are welcome to register for the day-long NABR meeting and the prestigious DeBakey Journalism Awards Dinner (http://www.fbresearch.org/DeBakey_Journalism_Awards.html) saluting excellence in communication across borders. |
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