The December 2023 ECRN event, “Bringing Story to the 3Rs,” brought together a dynamic community of young researchers committed to advancing the principles of replacement, reduction, and refinement of animals in scientific research.  Dr. Maike Heimann, in a thought-provoking session, explored the significance, challenges, and effective communication processes surrounding the 3Rs. During the coffee and vegan […]

In this one-day workshop in Bern we welcomed Amy Carroll of Carroll Communications. Amy led 12 participants through processes that can support their communication when talking to people one-on-one and when presenting to large audiences. These processes included how you can manage your body language and intonation to present in a more structured and professional […]

In this one-day on-site workshop we brought together researcher from varynig fields and teamed them up to devise and co-create their own 3Rs projects. Groups were guided in the processes of ideation, collaborative problem solving and project creation by expert mentors, Alexandra Bezler from EPFL and Felix Gantenbein from UZH. Each group then pitched their idea for a 3Rs project and awards […]

The Pint of Science has had huge success in reaching the public with science for many years and we were delighted to host evenings of the 3Rs presentations and discussion in Bern and Geneva in May 2025.