Dr. Duygu Yazici – Young 3Rs Investigator 2023

Duygu Yazici (Swiss Institute of Allergy and Asthma Research, UZH) has received the Young 3Rs Investigator Award for creating advanced lab models that mimic human organs using stem cell technology and organ-on-a-chip devices. These innovative models provide an ethical alternative to animal testing for studying the hazards of environmental toxicants. The methods have contributed to advancing the field of New Approach Methodologies reducing future reliance on animal testing in toxicology.
 

We visited Duygu in Davos and made this short video series:

Published : 09.16.2024

The findings are published in high-impact journals of the field, and collaborative studies with institutions within Switzerland and internationally, highlight the ambition to broadly disseminate the approach in the scientific community and beyond. “Our innovative model not only adheres to the 3R principle but also provides critical insights into the molecular and cellular toxicity and regulation of environmental chemicals” said Duygu Yazici “This research is pivotal in developing less toxic products and exploring new therapeutic approaches to combat related diseases.” For additional details about their work, visit the lab website.