What role do regulatory bodies play in promoting alternative methods?
Regulatory bodies have a pivotal role in encouraging the adoption of alternative methods:
- Guidelines and frameworks: Organizations like the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provide guidelines supporting the use of non-animal testing methods.
- Research funding: Funding initiatives by governments and international organizations prioritize the development and validation of alternative toxicological methods.
- Collaborative efforts: Regulatory agencies often collaborate with academic institutions, industry, and non-governmental organizations to advance the research and application of these methods.
