BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Life Science Index - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Life Science Index X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://lsindex.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Life Science Index REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T163000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20251002T113201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T140420Z UID:3505-1773826200-1773851400@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Practical Laboratory Skills DESCRIPTION:Having the knowledge and confidence to work safely in the laboratory is an essential skill for all staff working in laboratories. This course will cover basic theoretical and practical laboratory skills including preparing COSHH risk assessments\, good laboratory practice\, use of fume hoods/biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other laboratory equipment\, pipetting skills\, using balances and preparing reagents and solutions.\n\nA sustainability module is also included to highlight ways to reduce the environmental impact of laboratory work. Participants will explore practical ways to improve sustainability in the laboratory by reducing energy consumption and minimising the use of plastics and water and promoting more sustainable supply chain practices.\n\nWho is this for?\n\n Research Staff\n Technical Staff and students new to the laboratory environment\n Experienced personnel looking to refresh their skills\n\nAfter the course you will be able to:\n\n Prepare and understand the purpose of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) risk assessment (RA) forms\n Understand the importance of good laboratory practice\, including choosing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintaining accurate laboratory records\n Correctly use fume hoods\, biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other general laboratory equipment\n Choose the correct pipette for your task and perform common techniques\n Set up and use balances correctly\n Prepare reagents and solutions\n Adjust the pH of solutions\n Incorporate sustainability considerations into laboratory work to support efficient and environmentally responsible research\n\n\n\n\nThis training is approved by the Royal Society of Biology. Training course approval is an independent review process that recognises relevant\, high quality training. Upon completion of this course\, attendees can claim 21 CPD points. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/practical-laboratory-skills-3/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Hero-Template_v08-Lab-Skills_Practical-Laboratory-Skills-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20260113T132230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T133952Z UID:4006-1770818400-1770822000@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:RR Webinar: Rethinking replacement within the laboratory animal sciences DESCRIPTION:Join Dr Juliet Dukes and Dr Nikki Osborne for this LIVE responsible research webinar ” Rethinking replacement within the laboratory animal sciences “.\n\nDuring this session\, Juliet (Research Manager\, at Replacing Animal Research) will share practical tools including the Replacement Checklist – a tool designed to help researchers\, ethical and peer reviewers\, to know what is needed to show that replacement obligations have been met. She will also answer any questions that the audience may have.\n\nAttend this webinar to learn about:\n– the challenges associated with reviewing the R of Replacement;\n– the development of the Replacement Checklist tool;\n– how the tool can support better research\, enhance communication\, openness and transparency;\n– benefits reported by researchers\, ethical and peer reviewers from using the tool;\n– where to go for more information. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/rethinking-replacement-within-the-laboratory-animal-sciences-responsible-research-webinar/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events,Virtual Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Webinar-Feb-26-LinkedIn-event.png ORGANIZER;CN="Responsible Research":MAILTO:admin@responsibleresearch.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T235959 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20251002T135310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T121433Z UID:3530-1770768000-1770854399@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Animal welfare legislation DESCRIPTION:This module aims to provide an understanding of how other legislation interacts with ASPA and impacts on animals housed in animal facilities that are not covered by ASPA.\n\nFace to Face learning – 11th Feb 2026 at the Advance Training Centre.\nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 20\n\nIAT CPD Credits: 15\n\nTutor: David Anderson\nYou will cover\n\n Animal law\n Examples of relevant legislation\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\n Ability to discuss how legislation interacts with the Animal (Scientific Procedures) Act\n Knowledge and understanding to describe measures for ensuring compliance with the relevant legislation\n\n \n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/animal-welfare-legislation/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/welfare-course-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260209T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T235959 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20251002T135423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T121337Z UID:3520-1770595200-1770767999@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Application of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act DESCRIPTION:This unit will broaden and deepen knowledge beyond that in UK “l” and EU 1 modules. It will develop the reflective and analytical skills allowing learners to contribute fully to the implementation of the Act with regards to the 3R’s\, effective animal welfare and good science. This module aims to provide an understanding of ASPA and the legal responsibilities of the personnel involved. It will cover the responsibilities of those holding “named” positions and those licensed under ASPA to carry out procedures on animals\, as well as those not carrying out procedures but taking care of animals or killing animals. It should be considered alongside other relevant animal legislation.\n\nFace to Face learning – 9th and 10th Feb 2026 at the Advance Training Centre.\n\nThis course requires completion of a pre-course refresher online training: Research Animal Training module 01 – UK Legislation (L) with certificate. This will take approximately 3 hours to complete. Material will be available two weeks before the course starts.\nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 20\n\nIAT CPD Credits: 30\n\nTutors: David Anderson / Kathy Ryder\nYou will cover\n\n Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act\n Ethical Reviews\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\n Ability to discuss in detail the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act\, and your responsibilities under it\n Ability to critically appraise the role of the Animal Welfare Body in maintaining the health and well-being of laboratory animals\, and minimising any adverse effects of experimental or scientific procedures on animals\n Ability to evaluate the impact of legislation on the housing and welfare of laboratory animals\n\n \n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/application-of-the-animals-scientific-procedures-act/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/animals-act-course-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T170000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20251201T142519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T142520Z UID:3832-1769506200-1769533200@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Genome Engineering and Validation by Long Read Sequencing DESCRIPTION:This interactive training session explores the use of long read sequencing (LRS) technologies for validating engineered alleles in both cellular and embryonic genome engineering contexts. Participants will learn the principles of genome editing design\, how LRS compares to traditional validation methods\, and how to select the appropriate sequencing modality for different allele types and experimental materials.\n\nWho is this for?\n\nThis workshop is designed for Early-career researchers and Experienced technicians\n\n seeking foundational knowledge in genome editing and sequencing technologies.\n aiming to refine protocols\, troubleshoot workflows\, and deepen data analysis skills.\n\nThis course covers topics including:\n\n A primer on genome editing strategies and allele design\n Protocols for sequencing and data generation\n Software tools for data analysis\n Hands-on exercises with real datasets\n Case studies from in-house and outsourced sequencing projects\n\nLearning Outcomes:\n\n Understand genome editing principles and allele design strategies\n Learn the rationale for using LRS in validation workflows\n Gain confidence in interpreting sequencing data and alignment files\n Update and optimize genome editing and sequencing protocols\n Compare LRS platforms and outsourcing options\n Deepen skills in troubleshooting and data analysis using .bam files\n\nWorkshop Agenda:\n\n1. Genome Editing Principles & Allele Design\n\n Overview of genome editing technologies (e.g.\, CRISPR/Cas9\, base editing)\n Strategies for designing engineered alleles\n Design implications for validation\n Considerations for validation in cells and animals\n\n2. Targeted Sequencing Modalities\n\n Why use LRS instead of Sanger?\n Overview of LRS platforms and their relevance to allele validation\n Choosing the right approach for your allele and material\n\n3. Experimental Workflows\n\n Sample preparation and library construction\n Platform-specific considerations (e.g.\, ONT\, PacBio)\n Adaptations for sample types (cell culture\, founder animals\, subsequent generation)\n\n4. Step-by-Step Protocols\n\n Practical guidance for generating high-quality data\n\n5. Data Analysis & Software Tools\n\n Principles of LRS data interpretation\n Overview of analysis software\n Guided exercises with real datasets\n\n6. Deep Dive into Alignment Files (.bam)\n\n How to read and interpret .bam files\n Examples from in-house and outsourced sequencing\n Platform-specific nuances and troubleshooting URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/genome-engineering-and-validation-by-long-read-sequencing/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Hero-Template_v08-Transgenics_Genome-Engineering.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T163000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250904T130411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T135418Z UID:3350-1768383000-1768408200@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Practical Laboratory Skills DESCRIPTION:Having the knowledge and confidence to work safely in the laboratory is an essential skill for all staff working in laboratories. This course will cover basic theoretical and practical laboratory skills including preparing COSHH risk assessments\, good laboratory practice\, use of fume hoods/biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other laboratory equipment\, pipetting skills\, using balances and preparing reagents and solutions.\n\nA sustainability module is also included to highlight ways to reduce the environmental impact of laboratory work. Participants will explore practical ways to improve sustainability in the laboratory by reducing energy consumption and minimising the use of plastics and water and promoting more sustainable supply chain practices.\n\nWho is this for?\n\n Research Staff\n Technical Staff and students new to the laboratory environment\n Experienced personnel looking to refresh their skills\n\nAfter the course you will be able to:\n\n Prepare and understand the purpose of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) risk assessment (RA) forms\n Understand the importance of good laboratory practice\, including choosing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintaining accurate laboratory records\n Correctly use fume hoods\, biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other general laboratory equipment\n Choose the correct pipette for your task and perform common techniques\n Set up and use balances correctly\n Prepare reagents and solutions\n Adjust the pH of solutions\n Incorporate sustainability considerations into laboratory work to support efficient and environmentally responsible research\n\n\n\n\nThis training is approved by the Royal Society of Biology. Training course approval is an independent review process that recognises relevant\, high quality training. Upon completion of this course\, attendees can claim 21 CPD points. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/practical-laboratory-skills-2/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Hero-Template_v08-Lab-Skills_Practical-Laboratory-Skills-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260112T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T235959 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T150238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T121239Z UID:2428-1768176000-1768521599@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Pain and distress in laboratory animals DESCRIPTION:Understanding\, preventing and alleviating pain and distress is a key part of the responsibilities of many animal care staff. This may involve directly evaluating the welfare state of animals and implementing refinements to their care or participating in the ethical review process and contributing to the harm: benefit analysis of research projects. \nThis unit provides an overview of pain and distress in laboratory animals\, gives an introduction to pain and nociception\, and current concepts of animal welfare. It provides detailed information on evaluating and managing pain in rodents\, and an overview of pain in larger species and in non-mammalian species. The evaluation of severity of research procedures is discussed\, together with the issues surrounding cumulative severity and retrospective assessment of procedures. \nOnline only – Zoom 12-15th Jan 2026. Pre-course material will be available two weeks before the course starts.  \nWe highly recommend completion of the level 4 unit Physiology of pain and distress in laboratory animals\, and the level 5 unit Recognition of pain\, suffering and distress\, before attending this unit. \nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 30 \nIAT CPD Credits: 60 \nTutors: Paul Flecknell / Matt Leach \nYou will cover\n\nCurrent concepts:  pain\, distress and animal welfare\nNormal behavior\nMethods for assessing and recording the welfare of animals\nHumane end points\nSeverity classifications\nTeam approach\nMinimising pain and distress\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\nAn understanding of current concepts of pain and distress and animal welfare\nAbility to recognise normal or desirable behaviour and appearance of animals\, and abnormal behaviour and signs of discomfort\, pain\, suffering\, or distress\nAbility to describe what a humane end point is and discuss their use\nAbility to describe the severity classifications\nKnowledge and understanding of the use of refinement to minimize welfare concerns\nKnowledge and understanding of effective welfare assessment strategies\n\n  \n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/pain-and-distress-in-laboratory-animals/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/pain-and-distress-course.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T235959 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250528T105532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T121127Z UID:2966-1765152000-1765411199@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Recognition of pain\, suffering and distress | CLAST DESCRIPTION:This unit prepares individuals to be able to identify normal condition and behaviour of experimental animals and enable them to differentiate between a normal animal and one which is showing signs of pain\, suffering or distress which could be a result of factors including environment\, husbandry or the effect of experimental protocols. It will also provide information regarding severity classifications\, cumulative severity and the use of humane endpoints.\n\nOnline only – 8-10th Dec 2025. Pre-course material will release two weeks before the course.\n\nWe highly recommend completion of the level 4 unit Physiology of pain and distress in laboratory animals before attending this unit.\nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 20\n\nIAT CPD Credits: 45\n\nTutor: Paul Flecknell / Matt Leach\nYou will cover\n\n Assessment of the animal\n Humane end points\n Refinement\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\n Methods for assessing and recording the welfare of the animals in your care\n Knowledge and understanding of humane end points and their use\n Ability to describe the use of anaesthesia or analgesia to reduce animal pain\, suffering\, distress or lasting harm\n\n \n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/recognition-of-pain-suffering-and-distress-clast/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events,Virtual Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/pain-recognition-course-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20251031T113505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T113506Z UID:3661-1764057600-1764954000@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Online Workshop: Anaesthesia and Perioperative Care of Laboratory Animals DESCRIPTION:Dates: 24th\, 25th and 26th November 2025 (rodents and rabbits) and 5th December (large animals). \n\n\n\nTime: 24th-26th November 13:30–15:30 (UK time) and 5th December 09:00–13:00 and 14:00–16:30 \n\n\n\nFormat: Pre-recorded webinars\, e-learning modules\, and live\, interactive sessions \n\n\n\nCost: Days 1-4 – £400\, Days 1-3 – £300\, Day 4 – £200 (discounted £150) \n\n\n\nIntroduction\n\n\n\nThis workshop will take place on 24th–26th November (focusing on anaesthesia of rodents and rabbits) and on 5th December (large animal anaesthesia). It will be delivered through a combination of pre-recorded webinars\, live webinars\, and e-learning modules. The programme will cover refinements and best practices in anaesthesia and analgesia for rodents\, rabbits\, pigs\, sheep\, and non-human primates. \n\n\n\n\nDays 1–3 (24–26 November): Led by Prof. Paul Flecknell\, focusing on anaesthesia of small rodents.\n\n\n\nDay 4 (5 December): Co-presented by Profs. Eddie Clutton and Paul Flecknell\, covering anaesthesia of rabbits\, pigs\, sheep\, and non-human primates.\n\n\n\n\nThe workshop will be hosted on the Research Animal Training website. \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend\n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed for animal technicians\, veterinarians\, researchers\, and others who wish to deepen their understanding of the topic and apply refinements to their protocols. \n\n\n\nParticipants will have access to eight e-learning modules tailored for those with limited prior experience\, along with seven hours of pre-recorded seminars. \n\n\n\nThis preparation allows the live sessions to focus primarily on problem-based learning\, progressing from simple to more complex protocols. For each practical challenge\, we will work together to identify refinements that enhance both scientific outcomes and the welfare of the animals involved. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\n\nAll participants\, including those registering for Day 4 only\, will have access to pre-recorded seminars and a series of e-learning modules.\n\n\n\nTo support flexible scheduling\, the pre-recorded seminars are divided into shorter 15–30 minute video segments that can be viewed independently.\n\n\n\nThe e-learning modules\, aligned with EU21 learning outcomes\, are organised into individual lessons\, allowing participants to pause and resume at their convenience.\n\n\n\nLive sessions will be held at 13:30–15:30 (UK time) on 24th\, 25th\, and 26th November\, and on 5th Decemberfrom 09:00–13:00 and 14:00–16:30.\n\n\n\n\nContent\n\n\n\n\nOver 7 hours of pre-recorded seminars.\n\n\n\nEight e-learning modules.\n\n\n\nDays 1–3: Three 2-hour live\, problem-based sessions on rodents.\n\n\n\nDay 4: Four 1-hour seminars followed by 2.5 hours of problem-based sessions on larger species.\n\n\n\nSupplementary reading and reference materials.\n\n\n\nAll pre-recorded content is available in advance\, and participants are encouraged to review it before the live sessions.\n\n\n\nParticipants can access all content for 3 months after its release.\n\n\n\nWorkshop registration also includes access to all other training materials on the Research Animal Training (RAT) website.\n\n\n\n\nInteractivity\n\n\n\n\nPre-recorded seminars and e-learning modules will be available on www.researchanimaltraining.com\, while live sessions will be conducted via the Teams webinar platform.\n\n\n\nInteractive elements will be supported using Mentimeter (mentimeter.com).\n\n\n\nWhile not required\, participants may find it helpful to have a smartphone or tablet in addition to a laptop for the interactive sessions.\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Programme\n\n\n\nDays 1–3 (24th–26th November) \n\n\n\n13:30–15:30: Interactive sessions – Managing anaesthesia of laboratory rodents \n\n\n\n\nScenario-based exercises will encourage participants to apply their knowledge of rodent anaesthesia to solve practical problems.\n\n\n\nSessions will also include time for general discussion and Q&A.\n\n\n\n\nDay 4 (5th December) \n\n\n\n09:00–13:00: Live webinars – What you need to know if you anaesthetise rabbits\, pigs\, sheep\, or primates \n\n\n\n\nWebinars for each species\, followed by Q&A sessions.\n\n\n\n\n14:00–16:30: Interactive sessions – Managing anaesthesia of larger species \n\n\n\n\nScenario-based exercises will focus on applying knowledge of anaesthesia to practical problems\, with an emphasis on using and interpreting data from monitoring devices.\n\n\n\nTime will also be allocated for discussion and Q&A.\n\n\n\n\nParticipant numbers are limited to ensure interactive sessions remain engaging and effective. \n\n\n\nMake best practice your practice and sign up today. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/online-workshop-anaesthesia-and-perioperative-care-of-laboratory-animals/ LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom) CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events,Virtual Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/CBC-3278-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Research Animal Training (RAT)":MAILTO:support@researchanimaltraining.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T160000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250630T103239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T120630Z UID:3072-1763974800-1764000000@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Mouse Necropsy DESCRIPTION:This course provides practical training in how to perform a basic standard mouse necropsy and describe gross observations made during this process.\n\nWho is it for?\n\n Researchers\n Animal Technicians\n PhD Students\n\nFollowing the course\, you will be able to:\n\n Perform a basic standard mouse necropsy\n Describe gross observations at necropsy\n Gain an understanding of the rapid ’emergency’ opening\n\n\n\n\nThis training is approved by the Royal Society of Biology. Training course approval is an independent review process that recognises relevant\, high quality training. Upon completion of this course\, attendees can claim 21 CPD points. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/mouse-necropsy-2/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hero-Template_v08-Pathology_Mouse-Necropsy.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T235959 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250528T104940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T104944Z UID:2961-1763942400-1764201599@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Advanced anaesthesia for surgical or prolonged procedures | CLAST DESCRIPTION:This unit provides information on the use of anaesthetics for surgical procedures. It also includes information on the use of anaesthetics to provide humane restraint during other\, non-painful\, procedures\, such as imaging. After completion of this module\, learners should have an understanding of factors influencing the selection and application of anaesthesia for these procedures.\n\nOnline only – 24-26th November 2025. Materials will release two weeks in advance.\n\nWe highly recommend completion of the level 5 unit Anaesthesia for minor procedures before attending this unit.\nCourse Details\nCourse length: 200 hours\n\nCredits: 20\n\nTeacher: Paul Flecknell\nYou will cover\n\n Anaesthesia for both surgical and non-surgical procedures\n Balanced anaesthesia\n Post anaesthetic recovery\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\n An understanding of why anaesthesia is required for both surgical and non-surgical procedures\n Ability to describe how different drug classes interact to produce the three components of the anaesthetic triad to different degrees\, and how balanced anaesthesia might be best achieved by using combinations\n Ability to describe methods to optimise post anaesthetic recovery to ensure a smooth and rapid recovery from anaesthesia\n\n \n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/advanced-anaesthesia-for-surgical-or-prolonged-procedures-clast/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events,Virtual Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/prolonged-procedures-course-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T235959 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250506T101223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T111233Z UID:2843-1762387200-1762473599@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Assessing Competence in the Workplace | CLAST DESCRIPTION:This unit will introduce the learners to the theory and practice that underpins effective assessment of learning and work-based practice. Learners will leave the unit with sufficient knowledge\, confidence and skills to assess learning and work-based knowledge\, attitudes and skills effectively.\n\nOnline only – 6th November live webinar 4pm 2025. Additional teaching sessions will be arranged with the tutor.\nCourse Details\nCourse length: 150 hours\n\nCredits: 15\n\nTeacher: Lucy Whitfield\nYou will cover\n\n Assessment strategies\n Learner support\n Assessing\n Communication skills\n Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)\n Legislation\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\n Ability to critically evaluate the meaning of competency\n Knowledge of the use of different assessment strategies\n Ability to devise assessment strategies appropriate to the learning objectives and assessment criteria\n Apply the principles of effective competency assessment in the workplace to assess knowledge\, skills or behaviours required by your organisation\n Review and quality assure the training process\n\n \n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/assessing-competence-in-the-workplace-clast/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events,Virtual Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/compentence-course.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251020T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T163000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T140719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T120553Z UID:2386-1760949000-1761237000@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Mouse Embryo and Spermatozoa Cryopreservation Course DESCRIPTION:Cost is inclusive of accommodation\nCryopreservation allows long-term storage of embryos and sperm\, providing a convenient way to preserve\, protect and transport mouse lines for use in research. Archiving scientifically relevant mouse lines also adheres to good animal welfare practices by removing the need for continued animal breeding and is integral to any comprehensive colony management programme.\n\nRunning bi-annually since 2004\, this course provides practical experience in murine embryo and spermatozoa freezing techniques routinely used at MRC Harwell and a simple\, robust in vitro fertilisation procedure. The course will also cover the basic laboratory skills required when working in an assisted reproductive biology environment such as pipetting\, weighing\, microscope use\, and embryo handling.\nWho is this for? \n\n Researchers\n Senior animal technicians\n PhD students\n\nFollowing this course\, you will have:\n\n Practical experience of sperm harvesting and freezing/thawing\n A clear understanding to set up and in vitro fertilisation session using both frozen and freshly harvested sperm\n Practical experience of oocyte and embryo harvesting for in vitro fertilisation and embryo freezing\, respectively\n Practical experience of embryo cryopreservation/thawing using a simple vitrification method\n An understanding of surgical embryo transfer\, including some practical experience of pre-operative aseptic techniques and sub-cuticular suturing\n Practical experience of non-surgical embryo transfer techniques\n An understanding of the current methods used for handling and shipping samples and managing a cryo-archive\, as well as an overview of blastocyst genotyping URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/mouse-embryo-and-spermatozoa-cryopreservation-course/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hero-Template_v08-Transgenics_Mouse-Embryo-and-Spermatozoa-Cryopreservation-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251013T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T235959 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T151046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T093256Z UID:2433-1760313600-1760659199@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Experimental Design for In Vivo Research | CLAST DESCRIPTION:This unit provides a relevant level of understanding of the national and international legal and regulatory framework within which projects are constructed and managed\, and of their legal responsibilities. The learner must be able to identify\, understand and respond appropriately to the ethical and welfare issues raised by the use of animals in scientific procedures generally\, and specifically within their own programme of work. The learner should be able to develop\, direct and control a programme of work in order to achieve its stated objectives\, while ensuring compliance with the terms and conditions of any regulation governing the project.\n\nFace to Face learning – 13th-16th October 2025 at Advance. \nCourse Details\nCourse length: 200 hours\n\nCredits: 20\n\nTeacher: Roger Cox & Matt Leach\nYou will cover\n\n Legislation and good practice\n Project applications\n Experimental Design\n Statistical techniques\n Ethics\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\n Ability to describe in detail the main components of the national legislation regulating the scientific use of animals\n Ability to describe the principles of a good scientific strategy that are necessary to achieve robust results\n Ability to justify on both scientific and ethical grounds\, the decision to use living animals\n Ability to implement the Three Rs\n\n \n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/experimental-design-for-in-vivo-research/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/experiment-design-course-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T235959 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250506T095436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T095440Z UID:2809-1759968000-1760054399@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Training and Developing Staff in the Workplace | CLAST DESCRIPTION:This unit will introduce the learners to the theory and practice that underpins effective work-based training.  Learners will leave the course with sufficient knowledge\, confidence and skills so they can design\, deliver and set assessments to effectively develop work-based knowledge\, attitudes and skills effectively.\n\nOnline only – 9th October live webinar 4pm 2025\nCourse Details\nCourse length: 150 hours\n\nCredits: 15\n\nTeacher: Lucy Whitfield\nYou will cover\n\n Work based learning\n Learning\n Learner support\n Training\n Communication\n Legislation\n\nKey skills you will develop\n\n Ability to evaluate the need to train and develop people in the workplace\n Ability to devise appropriate and productive training sessions and programmes\n Apply the principles of training in the workplace to develop knowledge\, skills or behaviours required by your organisation\n\n \n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/training-and-developing-staff-in-the-workplace-clast/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Image-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T163000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T134839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T120503Z UID:2381-1759915800-1759941000@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Best Practices in Laboratory Management DESCRIPTION:Laboratory management is a subject that is often learned on the job\, with limited training opportunities for those new to the role. This course is aimed at both researchers who are new to management\, and managers who are new to the laboratory setting. It will provide a foundation of knowledge in various areas of laboratory management that participants can use to improve practices in their own workplace.\n\nWho is this for?\n\n Researchers who have recently moved into laboratory management\n Managers who are new to science\n\nThis course covers topics including:\n\n Laboratory Health and Safety\, including Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH).\n Sustainable Laboratory Practices\n Inventory Management\n Quality Management Systems\n Research Integrity URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/best-practices-in-laboratory-management/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hero-Template_v08-Lab-Skills_Best-Practices-in-Laboratory-Management.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T170000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250211T092633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T094945Z UID:2128-1759824000-1759942800@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:AAALAC Global Virtual Conference DESCRIPTION:Are you part of an AAALAC accredited program and eager to showcase your best practices?AAALAC is calling for abstracts from accredited programs for short (10-15 minute) presentations showcasing commendable/high quality aspects of animal care and use programs. Presentations will be shared during a global virtual oncerence in October. Submission deadline is 31 March URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/aaalac-global-virtual-conference/ CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events,Virtual Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/1738252567608.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250929T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T163000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T134728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T102551Z UID:2376-1759138200-1759249800@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Mouse Necropsy and Tissue Processing DESCRIPTION:This 2-day course provides practical training in how to perform a basic standard mouse necropsy and describe gross observations made during the process. It then covers considerations for the treatment of tissues collected at necropsy\, some of the routinely used solutions and the cutting in of tissues in preparation for histological processing and embedding. \nFollowing the course\, you will be able to: \n\nPerform a basic standard mouse necropsy\nDescribe gross observations at necropsy\nGain an understanding of the rapid ‘emergency’ opening\nSelect suitable tissues for histology and further analysis\nPerform a standard cut-in\n\nWho is this for: \n\nResearchers\nAnimal Technicians\nPhD Students\n\n\nThis training is approved by the Royal Society of Biology. Training course approval is an independent review process that recognises relevant\, high quality training. Upon completion of this course\, attendees can claim 48 CPD points. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/mouse-necropsy-and-tissue-processing/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hero-Template_v08-Pathology_Mouse-Necropsy-and-Tissue-Processing-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250922T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T235959 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250506T091801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T100059Z UID:2766-1758499200-1758671999@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Influencing People with Integrity | CLAST DESCRIPTION:This unit will develop skills in influencing and negotiating effectively and understanding of the importance of integrity\, so the learner will be better placed to assert influence to achieve positive outcomes in the workplace and to access resources and support for their department.\n\nFace to Face learning – 22nd and 23rd September 2025 at the Advance Training Centre.\nCourse Details\nCourse length: 150 hours\n\nCredits: 15\n\nTeacher: Mark Gardiner\nYou will cover\n\n Understanding integrity\n Theories of change and how these might apply to exerting influence in the workplace\n Negotiation skills\n Process\n Conflict management\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\n Knowledge and understanding of what constitutes integrity and why it is important to underpin influence\n Ability to identify a variety of situations in the workplace where they might need to exert a positive influence\n Ability to investigate the characteristics of successful negotiators\n Ability to investigate potential problems and describe strategies\n Knowledge and understanding of strategies for exerting influence in other workplace situations\n Ability to identify how the learning on effective negotiation can be applied to exerting influence in other workplace situations\n\n \n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/influencing-people-with-integrity/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/influencing-course-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250915T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T170000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T134517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T110137Z UID:2371-1757930400-1758301200@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Mouse Models for Human Disease Workshop DESCRIPTION:This five-day workshop brings together a team of experienced mouse geneticists who will guide you through the process of designing and implementing a mouse research project plan and the subsequent data analysis.\n\nWhat will this workshop cover?\n\n Mouse Genetics\n Mouse Strain Generation\n Conditional Transgenic Models\n Sourcing and Archiving Mice\n Experimental Design\n Breeding Strategies\n Phenotyping Pipelines\n Data Analysis\n\nWho is this workshop for?\n\nEarly career researchers (post-doctoral and PhD level) who are currently working in mouse genetics research laboratories or who intend to move into this field.\n\nTake a look at our video to hear what past attendees have to say and why the workshop was developed.\n\n\n\nAre bursaries available for this workshop?\n\nYes. If you wish to find out more about the bursaries available\, please indicate this in the expression of interest form and a member of the team will be in touch.\n\nPricing\n\nThere is a range of pricing options available to suit your needs:\n\n £2\,120 includes four nights’ accommodation (Monday to Thursday)\, transport to the Advance Training Centre\, lunch and refreshments throughout the week and a workshop evening meal\n £2\,255 includes five nights’ accommodation (Sunday to Thursday)\, transport to the Advance Training Centre\, lunch and refreshments throughout the week and a workshop evening meal\n £1\,300 lunch and refreshments throughout the week and a workshop evening meal (no accommodation or transport)\n\nApplications close on Sunday 31st August 2025\, and participants will be selected based on responses to the expression of interest questions.\n\nCorporate sponsorship\n\nCorporate Sponsorship of the Mouse Models for Human Disease Workshop is available. For further details\, please email training@har.mrc.ac.uk. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/mouse-models-for-human-disease-workshop/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hero-Template_v08-Practical-Workshop_Mouse-Models-for-Human-Disease-Workshop-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T163000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250506T103509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T120330Z UID:2873-1757496600-1757521800@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Practical Laboratory Skills DESCRIPTION:Having the knowledge and confidence to work safely in the laboratory is an essential skill for all staff working in laboratories. This course will cover basic theoretical and practical laboratory skills including preparing COSHH risk assessments\, good laboratory practice\, use of fume hoods/biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other laboratory equipment\, pipetting skills\, using balances and preparing reagents and solutions.\n\nWho is this for?\n\n Research Staff\n Technical Staff and students new to the laboratory environment\n Experienced personnel looking to refresh their skills\n\nAfter the course you will be able to:\n\n Prepare and understand the purpose of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) risk assessment (RA) forms\n Understand the importance of good laboratory practice\, including choosing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintaining accurate laboratory records\n Correctly use fume hoods\, biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other general laboratory equipment\n Choose the correct pipette for your task and perform common techniques\n Set up and use balances correctly\n Prepare reagents and solutions\n Adjust the pH of solutions\n\n\n\n\nThis training is approved by the Royal Society of Biology. Training course approval is an independent review process that recognises relevant\, high quality training. Upon completion of this course\, attendees can claim 21 CPD points. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/practical-laboratory-skills-clast/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Hero-Template_v08-Lab-Skills_Practical-Laboratory-Skills.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250721T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250722T235959 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T151120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T094454Z UID:2443-1753056000-1753228799@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Managing Change | CLAST DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this unit is to provide the learner with the opportunity to investigate the process of change management and assess the impact it has on the people within the organisation. This unit aims to provide the learner with the tools and techniques to be an agent for change within their organisation. \nFace to Face learning – 21st and 22nd of July 2025 at the Advance Training Centre. \nCourse Details\nCourse length: 200 hours \nCredits: 20 \nTeacher: Mark Gardiner \nYou will cover\n\nUnderstanding change\nPlanning change\nImplementing change\nCommunicating change\nSustaining change\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\nAn understanding of what is meant by change management\nAn understanding of established strategies for introducing change into the workplace\nKnowledge and understanding that is needed to effectively plan and prepare for change management\nAbility to assess the impact on the workforce of change management\nAbility to recognise the need for continual monitoring and review to sustain change\n\n  \n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/managing-change/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/managing-change-course.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T163000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T141348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T102124Z UID:2346-1752658200-1752683400@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Practical Laboratory Skills DESCRIPTION:Having the knowledge and confidence to work safely in the laboratory is an essential skill for all staff working in laboratories. This course will cover basic theoretical and practical laboratory skills including preparing COSHH risk assessments\, good laboratory practice\, use of fume hoods/biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other laboratory equipment\, pipetting skills\, using balances and preparing reagents and solutions. \nWho is this for? \n\nResearch Staff\nTechnical Staff and students new to the laboratory environment\nExperienced personnel looking to refresh their skills\n\nAfter the course you will be able to: \n\nPrepare and understand the purpose of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) risk assessment (RA) forms\nUnderstand the importance of good laboratory practice\, including choosing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintaining accurate laboratory records\nCorrectly use fume hoods\, biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other general laboratory equipment\nChoose the correct pipette for your task and perform common techniques\nSet up and use balances correctly\nPrepare reagents and solutions\nAdjust the pH of solutions\n\n\nThis training is approved by the Royal Society of Biology. Training course approval is an independent review process that recognises relevant\, high quality training. Upon completion of this course\, attendees can claim 21 CPD points. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/practical-laboratory-skills/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hero-Template_v08-Lab-Skills_Practical-Laboratory-Skills-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T163000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T141439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T102020Z UID:2366-1752571800-1752597000@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Laboratory Skills for Animal Technicians DESCRIPTION:Having the knowledge and confidence to work safely in the laboratory is a valuable skill for all animal technicians. This course will cover basic theoretical and practical laboratory skills including following COSHH risk assessments\, best laboratory practice\, use of fume hoods/biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other laboratory equipment\, pipetting skills\, using balances and preparing reagents and solutions.\n\nWho is this for?\n\n Animal Technicians who would like to develop their laboratory skills\n\nAfter the course you will be able to:\n\n Read and understand the purpose of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) risk assessment (RA) forms\n Process blood samples for further analysis\n Correctly use fume hoods\, biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other general laboratory equipment\n Choose the correct pipette for your task and perform common pipetting techniques\n Set up and use balances to accurately weigh both substances and animals.\n Calculate doses of substances and prepare them accurately.\n Adjust the pH of solutions URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/laboratory-skills-for-animal-technicians/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hero-Template_v08-Lab-Skills_Laboratory-Skills-for-Animal-Technicians.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250702T160000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T141116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T141906Z UID:2361-1751362200-1751472000@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Mouse Genetics and Colony Management for Animal Technologists DESCRIPTION:Who is this for? \n\n Animal Technicians\n Early Career Researchers\n PhD Students\n\nThis course introduces animal technicians and researchers to the background of mouse genetics and will cover topics such as Mendelian gene inheritance and genetic crosses\, as well as covering important colony management aspects such as calculation of breeding numbers and maintaining genetic integrity of Genetically Altered (GA) lines.\nAfter the course\, you will be able to:\n\n Understand the underlying biology of how DNA codes for proteins and how errors lead to genetic disease.\n Understand Mendelian gene inheritance\n Predict the outcomes of genetic crosses\n Have a working knowledge of the genetic background of mouse strains\n Understand how to maintain the genetic integrity of genetically altered lines\n Plan breeding schemes with consideration of the minimum number of animals required\n Understand how GA lines can be established from modern transgenic technologies URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/mouse-genetics-and-colony-management-for-animal-technologists/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hero-Template_v08-Genetics_Mouse-Genetics-and-Colony-Management-for-Animal-Technologists-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250616T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250616T160000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T141332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T141332Z UID:2356-1750064400-1750089600@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Mouse Necropsy DESCRIPTION:This course provides practical training in how to perform a basic standard mouse necropsy and describe gross observations made during this process. \nWho is it for? \n\nResearchers\nAnimal Technicians\nPhD Students\n\nFollowing the course\, you will be able to: \n\nPerform a basic standard mouse necropsy\nDescribe gross observations at necropsy\nGain an understanding of the rapid ’emergency’ opening\n\n\nThis training is approved by the Royal Society of Biology. Training course approval is an independent review process that recognises relevant\, high quality training. Upon completion of this course\, attendees can claim 21 CPD points. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/mouse-necropsy/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hero-Template_v08-Pathology_Mouse-Necropsy-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250602T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250605T140000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250403T070533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T070540Z UID:2600-1748872800-1749132000@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Laboratory Animal Welfare Workshop 2: Managing Post-Operative Pain and Distress in Rodents and Rabbits DESCRIPTION:Recognising\, preventing and alleviating pain and distress in laboratory animals is a key responsibility of all those involved in their care and use. This workshop is one of two linked workshops and is focussed on assessing and alleviating post-operative pain and distress in laboratory rodents and rabbits.\n\nThis workshop (Workshop 2) will take place in June 2025\, and features pre-recorded and live webinars\, along with e-learning modules. The live sessions aim to provide practical tuition in pain scoring\, and application of pain and distress alleviation strategies to a range of different surgical procedures. Revised and updated content will include new recommendations on use of local anaesthetics in rodents\, and discuss the problems of dose selection of NSAIDs in mice. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/laboratory-animal-welfare-workshop-2-managing-post-operative-pain-and-distress-in-rodents-and-rabbits/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/linkedinworkshop2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Research Animal Training (RAT)":MAILTO:support@researchanimaltraining.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250521T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250522T170000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250402T153047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T153052Z UID:2590-1747836000-1747933200@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Laboratory Animal Welfare Workshop 1: Foundations of Pain and Distress Management in Rodents and Rabbits DESCRIPTION:Our regular workshops on prevention and alleviation of pain and distress have dealt primarily with post-surgical pain. Although we’ve had overwhelmingly positive feedback\, we have had frequent requests to include more information on other sources of pain and distress. Matt Leach\, Jon Gledhill and I have been working to achieve this\, and have redeveloped and updated our workshops for 2025. We will now present two\, linked workshops on pain and distress and the first of these will run in May this year (21-22nd for the zoom sessions). We will retain the successful on-line format of a mix of e-learning\, pre-recorded webinars and live\, problem based sessions using zoom and mentimeter. This first workshop focusses on optimising the welfare of laboratory rodents and rabbits and will discuss both procedure-related and other sources of pain and distress. It will provide an overview of animal welfare and the nature of stress and distress\, together with the practical application of this knowledge to optimise animal welfare. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/laboratory-animal-welfare-workshop-1-foundations-of-pain-and-distress-management-in-rodents-and-rabbits/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/linkedinworkshop12025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250520T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250522T235959 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T150154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T085428Z UID:2408-1747699200-1747958399@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Recognition of pain\, suffering and distress DESCRIPTION:This unit prepares individuals to be able to identify normal condition and behaviour of experimental animals and enable them to differentiate between a normal animal and one which is showing signs of pain\, suffering or distress which could be a result of factors including environment\, husbandry or the effect of experimental protocols. It will also provide information regarding severity classifications\, cumulative severity and the use of humane endpoints. \nOnline only – 20th to 22nd May 2025. \nWe highly recommend completion of the level 4 unit Physiology of pain and distress in laboratory animals before attending this unit. \nCourse Details\nCourse length: 200 hours \nCredits: 20 \nTeacher: Paul Flecknell / Matt Leach \nYou will cover\n\nAssessment of the animal\nHumane end points\nRefinement\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\nmethods for assessing and recording the welfare of the animals in your care\nKnowledge and understanding of humane end points and their use\nAbility to describe the use of anaesthesia or analgesia to reduce animal pain\, suffering\, distress or lasting harm URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/recognition-of-pain-suffering-and-distress/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/pain-recognition-course.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250514T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250514T163000 DTSTAMP:20260612T151556 CREATED:20250227T141415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T101917Z UID:2351-1747215000-1747240200@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:DNA to Disease: Genetics for Beginners DESCRIPTION:What is a gene? What is DNA? How do these make proteins? What goes wrong and causes disease in the human body? This course provides a comprehensive introduction into genetics\, covering the genetic code and how this leads to protein formation\, as well as how errors in DNA can lead to disease. \nAfter this course\, you will be able to:\n\nUnderstand the concept of DNA and how genetic traits are inherited from one generation to the next\nUnderstand what genes are and how they code for different proteins\nUnderstand the role of different proteins in making different cell types\nUnderstand some of the processes by which genetic disease can occur\n\nWho is this for\n\nAnimal Technicians\nTechnical Staff\nThose who are new to genetics URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/dna-to-disease-genetics-for-beginners/ LOCATION:Advance training centre\, MRC Harwell\, Harwell Campus\, OX11 0RD CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hero-Template_v08-Genetics_DNA-to-Disease-Genetics-for-Beginners-1-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR