The 3RCC is a collaborative initiative, bringing together experts from academia, industry, government and animal welfare organizations to drive forward the 3Rs in Switzerland. Our structure ensures that diverse perspectives shape our approach, keeping science, ethics, and policy aligned.
STRATEGIC BOARD
The Strategic Board is responsible for the strategic direction and top management of the Center. The members of the Strategy Council represent the interests of their institutions and are able to support the implementation of the Center’s strategy in their institutions at management level.
MANAGEMENT TEAM
The Management Team is responsible for the operational management of the Center and consists of the Vice-President of the Strategic Board, the Chairperson of the Executive Board and the Executive Director.
DIRECTORATE
The Directorate manages the operational business of the Center. It provides administrative support to both the Strategy Board and the Executive Board and works closely with the Executive Board.
EXECUTIVE BOARD
The members of the Executive Board are animal welfare officers and/or 3R experts at the member universities (nodes) and member organizations. They are in direct contact with students and researchers at the universities and are responsible for implementing the Center’s strategy at the node level.
SCIENTIFIC ADVISORY BOARD
The members of the Scientific Advisory Board are internationally recognized 3R experts who advise the Center on research funding and other activities. They have an advisory function and no voting rights.