As 2024 marks the close of the 3RCC’s second federal funding period, we reflect on a phase of notable progress across our core mandates.

In research, we funded 39 scientists who are actively advancing or applying 3Rs methods in Swiss laboratories.

Through 21 events—including symposia and workshops—we helped foster a growing community of researchers committed to advancing the 3Rs. Our education efforts reached a broad professional audience across academia, industry, authorities and animal welfare organisations. On-site courses are complemented by online materials tailored for both students and
professionals.

Public engagement was strengthened through three outreach events, nine articles and 23 explanatory videos that helped bring the 3Rs into broader awareness. Our monitoring efforts also laid the groundwork for assessing 3Rs uptake across different sectors.