Animal welfare is a significant concern in toxicology, where animals are often used to study the effects of substances. Ethics committees evaluate research proposals to ensure that the use of animals is justified and that humane treatment is prioritized. They assess whether alternatives to animal testing have been considered and whether the 3Rs Principle (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement) is applied. The committee ensures that animal suffering is minimized and that ethical guidelines for animal research are strictly followed.
