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Jamia Hamdard Establishes Asian Federation of Societies for Alternatives to Animal Experiments

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NEW DELHI :

New Delhi:

The valedictory function of the 4th Asian Congress for Alternatives to Animal Experiments was held at Jamia Hamdard Convention Centre where Prof. (Dr.) M. Afshar Alam, Vice-Chancellor, Jamia Hamdard was the Chief Guest of the programme. Organizing secretary Prof. S. Raisuddin informed that this congress is being held for the first time in India. During this congress, the founding members of the society and representatives from India, China, Japan, and South Korea signed a joint declaration to establish the Asian Federation of Societies for Alternatives to Animal Experiments (AFSAAE).

Well-wishers from societies working for alternatives from America, Europe, and Sri Lanka also wished good link to the foundation. All the representatives were felicitated by the Organising Secretary. Prof. Y.K. Gupta and Dr. M.A. Akbarsha graced the occasion as Guest of Honour.

Prof. Y.K. Gupta urged the scientists to understand the pain of animals while using them for scientific experiments. Dr. Akbarsha announced the next meeting to be held at Hyderabad.

Prof. Raisuddin presented a detailed report of three days deliberations during the conference. He also announced various awards for best presentations by young scientists.

Dr. Christian Pellevoisin, Scientific Director, MatTek & CEO Urbilateria France sponsored best poster presentation awards and cash prizes to the budding scientists.

Dr. Kristie Sullivan, Vice President, Education and Outreach, Institute for In Vitro Sciences, USA and Prof Winfried Neuhaus, member of the Austrian Commission for Animal Experimentation also appreciated the successful organisation of the Congress.

Prof. (Dr.) M. Afshar Alam, Vice Chancellor congratulated the Organising committee members for the successful organisation of the conference. He appreciated the patronage of Mr. Hammad Ahmed, Chancellor, Jamia Hamdard and financial support of Hamdard National Foundation along with other funding agencies for enabling Jamia Hamdard to develop alternative models of animal experiments. Programme ended with vote of thanks by the Organising Secretary and National Anthem.

source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News> Report / by Radiance News Bureau / December 16th, 2024