BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Life Science Index - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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: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:20260211T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T235959 DTSTAMP:20251201T121433Z 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:20260211T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260113T133952Z 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:20260318T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T163000 DTSTAMP:20251201T140420Z 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:20260318T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T150000 DTSTAMP:20260113T134103Z CREATED:20260113T132321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T134103Z UID:4012-1773842400-1773846000@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:RR Webinar: In-vivo Experimental Design - Concepts we may not want to know about but probably should! DESCRIPTION:Join Dr Matt Leach and Dr Nikki Osborne for this LIVE responsible research webinar ” In-vivo Experimental Design: Concepts we may not want to know about but probably should! ”\n\nDuring this session Matt (Director\, Comparative Biology Centre\, Newcastle University) will ask participants to vote for the experimental design concepts they struggle with most and would like him to go through. He will then cover as many of the concepts as he can during the session and answer questions from the audience.\n\nAttend this webinar to learn about:\n– good practice experimental design for in vivo studies;\n– how to overcome challenging experimental design concepts;\n– practical hints\, tips and tools when planning and designing animal studies;\n– where to go for more information and free training. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/in-vivo-experimental-design-concepts-we-may-not-want-to-know-about-but-probably-should-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-March-26-LinkedIn-event.png ORGANIZER;CN="Responsible Research":MAILTO:admin@responsibleresearch.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T170000 DTSTAMP:20260318T102604Z CREATED:20250626T161157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T102604Z UID:3057-1774339200-1774630800@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:IAT Congress 2026 DESCRIPTION:The IAT annual Congress is attracting attendees from all over the World. Join us at the largest meeting of its kind in the UK. \n\n\n\nThis dynamic event offers a unique opportunity to showcase your work\, exchange ideas\, and connect with like-minded professionals. \n\n\n\nWe have a full programme of presentations including first time presenters\, interactive workshops and poster displays. \n\n\n\nWe are now seeking contributions to our programme. If you have an idea for a Presentation\, Workshop or Posters covering all aspects of animal welfare and technical practice\, submit your proposal and be part of the conversation. \n\n\n\nWhat To Expect \n\n\n\n· Large modern conference centre· Full diverse programme of topics· Largest Trade Exhibiton of its kind in the UK· Over 12 interactive Workshops· Poster Displays· Official Trade opening event· Social event on Wednesday· Gala Dinner and Entertainment· Over 450 attendees  URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/iat-congress-2026/ CATEGORIES:IAT Events,Trade Exhibition,Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/C25-Header-A4-width3mm-bleed-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T130000 DTSTAMP:20260303T103809Z CREATED:20260303T102647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T103809Z UID:4251-1775034000-1775048400@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Animal Welfare and Ethical Review Body Training DESCRIPTION:Join this highly practical\, interactive webinar designed for anyone involved in Animal Welfare and Ethical Review Bodies (AWERBs) — whether you’re new to the process or want to deepen your understanding of your role in ethical review and project licence evaluation.\nWhy Attend?\nUnderstanding how to contribute effectively to AWERB reviews is essential for high-standard animal research governance in the UK. This workshop explains the functions\, responsibilities and practical contributions members can make — from ethical considerations to recognising good practice.\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n✔ The role and purpose of AWERBs in ethical review of animal research applications ✔ Practical insights on evaluating Project Licence (PPL) submissions and spotting common pitfalls ✔ Resources\, techniques and tips to improve AWERB contributions ✔ Examples of good practice and how to apply them in real scenarios\nWho Should Attend:\nIdeal for AWERB members\, animal technologists\, in-vivo scientists\, support staff and anyone involved in ethical review and governance of animal research.\nKey Benefits:\n\n Improved confidence in reviewing project licence applications\n Enhanced ability to contribute to ethical and welfare discussions\n Actionable best practice guidance tailored to real-world AWERB tasks\n\n“Felt more confident about tackling my next PPL… very useful and pitched at the right level.” — Past attendee feedback\n🔗 Learn more & Book: online registration for this session is now open (live webinar format) with places limited — perfect for professional CPD and skills development. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/animal-welfare-and-ethical-review-body-training/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:The Learning Curve,Training and CPD Events,Virtual Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AWERB-workshop.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Learning Curve (Development) Ltd":MAILTO:info@learningcurvedevelopment.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T163000 DTSTAMP:20260112T154656Z CREATED:20260112T152138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T154656Z UID:3990-1775035800-1775061000@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\nA sustainability module is also included. This module is designed for laboratory leaders and decision-makers\, focusing on strategies to reduce the environmental impact of laboratory operations. It highlights how leadership can drive sustainable change by implementing policies and practices that minimise resource consumption and promote responsible innovation. Participants will examine practical and strategic approaches to enhance sustainability across laboratory systems — including optimizing energy efficiency\, reducing plastic and water usage\, and fostering sustainable supply chain partnerships.\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-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/2026/01/Hero-Template_v08-Lab-Skills_Best-Practices-in-Laboratory-Management-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T235959 DTSTAMP:20251201T121806Z CREATED:20251103T113536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T121806Z UID:3686-1776124800-1776297599@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Anaesthesia for minor procedures DESCRIPTION:This unit provides guidance and information to individuals who\, during their work with animals\, will need to apply sedation or short-term anaesthesia for a brief period and mild pain level procedure.\n\nOnline only – 14th and 15th April 2026. All pre-course material will be available two weeks in advance of the course.\nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 20\n\nIAT CPD Credits: 30\n\nTutor: Paul Flecknell\nYou will cover\n\n Anatomy and physiology\n Anaesthesia\n Analgesia\n Health and safety\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\n Ability to define key terms and principles linked to anaesthesia\n Knowledge and understanding of the importance of minimising stress prior to anaesthesia in reducing the likelihood of complications due to anaesthesia\n Ability to describe and demonstrate the correct set-up\, operation and maintenance of anaesthetic equipment appropriate to the species concerned\n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/anaesthesia-for-minor-procedures-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/aneasthesia-minor-course.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T170000 DTSTAMP:20260210T091858Z CREATED:20260210T091857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T091858Z UID:4225-1776240000-1776445200@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:EALAS Congress - in Aachen\, Germany DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring meeting! \n\n\n\n​You will experience unmatched network opportunities in Europe \n\n\n\nInspiring SeminarsHands-on WorkshopsExciting Social Events​ \n\n\n\nIn particular you can look forward to:​ \n\n\n\n​​• 3D Skull stereotaxic training​​• Pig catheterisation workshop​​• Pig telemetry implantation workshop​​• Rat and mice surgical workshop​​• Pig wound closing workshop \n\n\n\n​Registration fees will be between €440 and €670 for the congress and between €390 and €590 for the Workshops. \n\n\n\n​ URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/ealas-congress-in-aachen-germany/ CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EALAS.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T160000 DTSTAMP:20251201T140548Z CREATED:20251103T110514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T140548Z UID:3664-1776331800-1776441600@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.\n\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-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/2025/11/Hero-Template_v08-Genetics_Mouse-Genetics-and-Colony-Management-for-Animal-Technologists.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T163000 DTSTAMP:20260303T103738Z CREATED:20260302T195653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T103738Z UID:4257-1777368600-1777393800@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:NTCO Workshop: Named Training and Competency Officer DESCRIPTION:Ready to excel as a Named Training and Competency Officer (NTCO)?This comprehensive live webinar workshop is designed to support both new and experienced NTCOs in mastering the core responsibilities of this essential named person role under the UK regulatory framework for animal research. \n\nWhy Attend?\nNTCOs play a vital role in ensuring that everyone working with animals is effectively trained\, competent and continually supported throughout their learning and development. This workshop explores the role in depth\, providing practical techniques and tools to help you confidently manage training systems that uphold compliance\, welfare and professional standards. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n✔ How to identify training needs and skills gaps across your team✔ Strategies for effective delivery and assessment of training and competency records✔ Approaches for advising individuals on targeted learning and development✔ Techniques to give constructive feedback and support ongoing competence✔ How to communicate\, influence and engage colleagues to foster a culture of excellence and care \n\nWho Should Attend:\nThis workshop is ideal for NTCOs\, animal facility managers\, named persons and anyone involved in training governance or competency programmes in animal research settings. \n\nKey Benefits:\n\n \nDevelop robust systems for training and competency recording \n\n \nImprove clarity and consistency in training delivery \n\n \nPractical tools and strategies to tackle real-world challenges \n\n \nSupport ongoing professional development and compliance with regulatory expectations \n\n\n\n“A highly practical and supportive workshop — helped me develop real systems for my role.” — previous NTCO workshop attendee \n\n🔗 Learn more & secure your space – register now to take your NTCO practice to the next level! URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/ntco-workshop-named-training-and-competency-officer/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:The Learning Curve,Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Training-and-Competency.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Learning Curve (Development) Ltd":MAILTO:info@learningcurvedevelopment.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T235959 DTSTAMP:20251201T123232Z CREATED:20251201T123232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T123232Z UID:3812-1778457600-1778716799@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Advanced anaesthesia for surgical or prolonged procedures 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 – 11-13th May 2026. Pre-course 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\nDiploma Credits: 20\n\nIAT CPD Credits: 45\n\nTutor: 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*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/advanced-anaesthesia-for-surgical-or-prolonged-procedures-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/prolonged-procedures-course-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T153000 DTSTAMP:20260303T130101Z CREATED:20260303T130100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T130101Z UID:4271-1778578200-1778599800@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Named Information Officer (NIO) workshop DESCRIPTION:NIO Workshop: Empowering Effective Information Leadership\n📅 Live Webinar | 🕘 Full-Day Interactive Workshop💻 Online \nDesigned for Named Information Officers (NIOs) — whether you’re new to the role or looking to sharpen your expertise. \nThe NIO plays a critical role in ensuring that the right information reaches the right people — clearly\, efficiently and in a format they can use. In today’s fast-moving research and regulatory environment\, the ability to source\, interpret and communicate information effectively is more important than ever. \nThis highly practical workshop provides the tools\, strategies and confidence you need to succeed as a proactive and influential NIO. \n\n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\nBeing an effective NIO is about more than just finding information — it’s about: \n\n\n \nIdentifying who needs it \n\n \nUnderstanding how they need it \n\n \nCommunicating it at the right level \n\n \nSupporting colleagues in navigating complex information landscapes \n\n\nThis session blends practical exercises\, guided discussion and real-world examples to help you build structured\, efficient and impactful information processes within your organisation. \n\n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\n✔ A clear understanding of the role and responsibilities of the NIO✔ How to develop structured processes for data retrieval and information gathering requests✔ Techniques to get the most out of search engines and online databases✔ How to identify the most reliable and relevant evidence sources✔ Skills to write clear key messages and effective information releases✔ Strategies for engaging a variety of internal stakeholders✔ How to utilise a range of communication media effectively✔ How to set up alerting systems to track new developments and emerging evidence \n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\n \nNewly appointed Named Information Officers \n\n \nExperienced NIOs seeking to refine their approach \n\n \nNamed Persons and governance professionals \n\n \nAnyone responsible for sourcing and disseminating research or regulatory information \n\n\n\n\n\nKey Benefits\n\n \nIncreased confidence in managing information requests \n\n \nStronger internal communication strategies \n\n \nPractical tools you can implement immediately \n\n \nEnhanced organisational compliance and knowledge flow \n\n \nImproved professional impact within your named role \n\n\n\n\nBuild your confidence. Strengthen your communication. Lead with information. \nSecure your place (book online)  on this engaging and educational workshop and take your NIO practice to the next level. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/named-information-officer-nio-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:The Learning Curve,Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/webtechexperts-social-media-5187243_1280.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Learning Curve (Development) Ltd":MAILTO:info@learningcurvedevelopment.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T123000 DTSTAMP:20260421T105241Z CREATED:20260421T105240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T105241Z UID:4368-1778578200-1778761800@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Statistical analysis for in vivo and in vitro scientists Online Course DESCRIPTION:This course consists of three 3-hour webinar sessions (including discussion activities utilising the group chat function\, polls\, individual activities and breaks). These sessions will take place 09:30-12:30 BST daily\, Tuesday 12th – Thursday 14th May 2026.\n\nSession one will cover:\n• Understanding\, identifying\, minimising variation and its impact.\n• How the scientific question and experimental design influence the choice of statistical analysis method.\n• What summary statistics are available and when to use them.\n• Why and how to transform your data\, plus strategies for dealing with outliers.\n• The structure of a significance test using a two-sample t-test as an example.\n\nSession two will cover:\n• What measures of precision should be used and when\, including SD Vs SEM plus confidence interval.\n• Non-parametric statistical tests and other simple tests to compare more complex data sets.\n• Basics of ANOVA and why it should often be used instead of multiple t-tests.\n\nSession three will cover:\n• What experimental designs and data features require an extension to statistical analysis methods such as ANOVA and how to incorporate them.\n• ANOVA for randomised block designs and factorial treatment structures\n• Analysis of Covariance\, ANCOVA Vs Change from Baseline.\n• Assumptions of ANOVA and ANCOVA URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/statistical-analysis-for-in-vivo-and-in-vitro-scientists-online-course/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stats-live-Nov-25-white.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Responsible Research":MAILTO:admin@responsibleresearch.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T105309Z CREATED:20260421T105308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T105309Z UID:4375-1779285600-1779289200@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:LIVE Responsible Research Webinar - Improving the Reproducibility of Cell Line Research DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Steve Smith and Dr Nikki Osborne for this LIVE responsible research webinar about “Improving the Reproducibility of Cell Line Research”\n\nDuring this session Steve (Senior Product Manager\, IDEXX BioAnalytics) will explore the often overlooked threats to cell health and reproducibility caused by contamination\, misidentification\, and genetic drift compromising data integrity\, delaying publications\, and derailing downstream programs. He will share how leading labs are building proactive quality strategies to protect their research before answering any questions that the audience may have.\n\nAttend this webinar to learn how to:\n– identify the most common—and most overlooked—sources of contamination in cell culture\n– understand the true prevalence of cell line misidentification and genetic instability\n– recognize how these risks impact reproducibility\, publications\, and downstream decision-making\n– implement practical\, time-based testing strategies to safeguard your work\n– build a proactive cell health strategy—not just reactive testing\n– find useful resources and further information. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/live-responsible-research-webinar-improving-the-reproducibility-of-cell-line-research/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/RR-Webinar-Series.png ORGANIZER;CN="Responsible Research":MAILTO:admin@responsibleresearch.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T235959 DTSTAMP:20251201T123403Z CREATED:20251201T123402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T123403Z UID:3818-1782691200-1782863999@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Influencing people with integrity 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 – 29th & 30th June 2026 at the Advance Training Centre.\n\nLearners will be requested before the course to reflect on the ‘negotiation’ they would like to make in the workplace as this will form part of the discussion topics and assignment.\nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 15\n\nIAT CPD Credits: 30\n\nTutor: 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*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/influencing-people-with-integrity-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/2025/12/influencing-course.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T160000 DTSTAMP:20260427T120715Z CREATED:20260302T135914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T120715Z UID:4244-1782984600-1783094400@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Using Conditional Transgenic Models DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for anyone working with conditional mouse models\, including the Cre-Lox system and alternative recombinase platforms such as Flp\, Dre\, and Vika. These technologies provide researchers with the ability to manipulate gene expression in a spatially and/or temporally controlled manner\, enabling precise investigation of biological processes that cannot be interrogated using traditional constitutive knockout models.\n\nBy allowing genes to be selectively turned on or off in specific tissues\, cell types\, or developmental stages\, conditional systems offer powerful means to dissect the roles of individual genes within complex physiological networks. Moreover\, combining multiple recombinase systems expands the experimental possibilities even further – for example\, enabling the controlled exchange of a wild type exon for a mutant variant at a defined point in time to model disease progression with exceptional precision.\n\nHowever\, the intricate mechanisms underlying conditional systems make them particularly vulnerable to errors and misinterpretation.\n\nWhile the biology behind these approaches is elegant\, in practice there are numerous pitfalls that can compromise experimental outcomes. Many of these issues are not immediately apparent from the literature on conditional models\, nor are they always obvious within an experiment unless you know what to look for. Consequently\, researchers may unknowingly draw inaccurate conclusions\, with errors that can propagate and compromise downstream studies.\n\nThis course aims to equip trainees with a clear understanding of how these models function biologically\, as well as the practical ways in which they can fail. We will cover how to anticipate and control for confounding effects\, how to troubleshoot unexpected results\, and how to proceed when a model does not behave as expected.\n\nWho is this for?\n\nAnyone who is using or planning to use conditional models\, that has previous knowledge of advanced mouse genetics\, including researchers\, PhD students and colony managers.\n\nAfter this course\, you will be able to:\n\n Understand the basic principles of conditional transgenesis\n Understand how cre expressing and floxed alleles are produced and the potential impact on the experimental outcome\n Identify the advantages and challenges of these systems\n Analyse recombinase (Cre) expression\n Understand how to establish colonies for conditional transgenesis and the importance of background strain within this\n Plan breeding schemes with consideration of control strategies and cohort numbers URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/using-conditional-transgenic-models/ 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/2026/03/Hero-Template_v08-Using-Conditional-Transgenic-Models_Transgenics.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T163000 DTSTAMP:20260707T125710Z CREATED:20260401T111339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T125710Z UID:4345-1784107800-1784133000@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-5/ 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/2026/04/Hero-Template_v08-Lab-Skills_Practical-Laboratory-Skills-5.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T235959 DTSTAMP:20260701T140138Z CREATED:20260401T105328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T140138Z UID:4314-1788739200-1788911999@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Recognition of pain\, suffering and distress DESCRIPTION:With tutors Prof Paul Flecknell MA\, VetMB\, PhD\, DLAS\, FRCVS\, FIAT (hon) and Matt Leach PhD\nThis 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 – 7-8th September 2026. Pre-course material will release two weeks before the course. \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 \nIAT CPD Credits: 45 \nTutors: Paul Flecknell and 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\n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/recognition-of-pain-suffering-and-distress-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/pain-recognition-course-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T235959 DTSTAMP:20260401T105304Z CREATED:20260401T105304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T105304Z UID:4324-1788912000-1789603199@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Laboratory skills DESCRIPTION:With tutor Alex Hardgrave PhD\nThe aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the ability to demonstrate the skills required to carry out a range of common laboratory skills safely and accurately. \nHybrid learning – Online 9th September\, practical face to face 16th September 2026 at the Advance Training Centre. \nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 10 \nIAT CPD Credits: 15 \nTutor: Alex Hardgrave \nYou will cover\n\nLight Microscopy\nLaboratory equipment\nFormulations\nReporting\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\nDemonstrate the skills required to use laboratory equipment (e.g. light microscope\, centrifuge use/safety or using a PCR machine) effectively for routine animal husbandry or scientific purposes\nAbility to calibrate and use basic laboratory equipment\nDemonstrate correct preparation of different types of formulations\nBe able to collect data with appropriate levels of accuracy\nUnderstand the importance of correctly and accurately reporting results\n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/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/2026/04/lab-skills-course-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261001T235959 DTSTAMP:20260401T105240Z CREATED:20260401T105240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T105240Z UID:4329-1788998400-1790899199@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Experimental Design and Statistics DESCRIPTION:This unit will provide learners with an introduction to the principles of good experimental design and reporting. The unit aims to develop the scientific skills and understanding of the learner by encouraging them to effectively research\, review\, analyse and debate current scientific theories from the available published literature\, and draw accurate conclusions or action plans to further scientific knowledge or support animal welfare. \nONLINE –September 10th\, 17th\, 23rd and October 1st 2026 12-3pm. \nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 30 \nIAT CPD Credits: 45 \nYou will cover\n\nExperimental design\nCase examples\nEthics\nData sources\nPresentations techniques\nConfirmatory statistical analytical techniques\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\nKnowledge and understanding of the importance of good experimental design on animal welfare\nAbility to compare published experiments against the ARRIVE guidelines\nAbility to design\, manage and report their own experiment\nAbility to evaluate methods used to collect data\nAbility to evaluate the use of techniques to present data\n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/experimental-design-and-statistics/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/statistics-course.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T235959 DTSTAMP:20260601T105911Z CREATED:20260601T105910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T105911Z UID:4455-1789344000-1789603199@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Advanced anaesthesia for surgical or prolonged procedures DESCRIPTION:With tutor Prof Paul Flecknell MA\, VetMB\, PhD\, DLAS\, FRCVS\, FIAT (hon)\nThis 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. \nOnline only – 14-16th September 2026. Pre-course materials will release two weeks in advance. \nWe highly recommend completion of the level 5 unit Anaesthesia for minor procedures before attending this unit. \n\nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 20\n\nIAT CPD Credits: 45\n\nTutor: 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*Further IAT fees may apply\n\n\nFor a taste of Prof Flecknell’s teaching\, watch a recent webinar he gave about pain and distress in rodents. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/advanced-anaesthesia-for-surgical-or-prolonged-procedures-3/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/prolonged-procedures-course-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T163000 DTSTAMP:20260707T125744Z CREATED:20260428T090526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T125744Z UID:4383-1789551000-1789576200@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-4/ 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/2026/04/Hero-Template_v08-Lab-Skills_Practical-Laboratory-Skills-6.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T163000 DTSTAMP:20260707T125832Z CREATED:20260428T090509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T125832Z UID:4388-1789979400-1790267400@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Mouse Embryo and Spermatozoa Cryopreservation DESCRIPTION:Cost is inclusive of accommodation\n\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.\n\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/ 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/2026/04/Hero-Template_v08-Transgenics_Mouse-Embryo-and-Spermatozoa-Cryopreservation-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261029T235959 DTSTAMP:20261001T091143Z CREATED:20260401T105207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T091143Z UID:4334-1790208000-1793318399@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Establishing a culture of care in research animal facilities DESCRIPTION:With tutor Lucy Whitfield MA VetMB DLAS PGCert(VetEd) FHEA MRCVS\nThis unit will provide the learner with the opportunity to consider the concept of a ‘Culture of care’ and to discuss ways in which it can be developed within the animal facility.\n\nOnline only – 20 and 26 November; 4\, 11 and 17 December (1PM-3PM)\n\nThis course does have some pre-reading to complete. It will not take more than a couple of hours.\nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 10\n\nIAT CPD Credits: 30\n\nTutor: Lucy Whitfield\nYou will cover\n\n Culture\n Culture of care\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\n Ability to identify the different types of culture that can exist in a working environment\n Knowledge and understanding of processes to develop and promote an effective workplace culture of care\n Ability to critically appraise influences that impact the culture of care in the workplace\n Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of the culture of care\n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/establishing-a-culture-of-care-in-research-animal-facilities-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/2026/04/culture-of-care-course-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261005T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T170000 DTSTAMP:20260707T125902Z CREATED:20260601T100037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T125902Z UID:4475-1791194400-1791392400@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Mouse Genetics and Colony Management for Researchers DESCRIPTION:This course explores more complex genetic topics\, including multiple allele crosses\, complex disease models and will inform breeding strategies and experimental design rather than give a complete guide to the molecular biology. Our team of experienced trainers will support you to examine how different modifications lead to different breeding strategies\, the importance of genetic consistency and integrity and different modes of inheritance. There will be multiple workshops throughout the course and a focus on troubleshooting unexpected issues when looking after Genetically Altered (GA) mouse lines. \nWho is this for? \n\n\n Colony Managers\n Researchers\n PhD Students\n\nAfter the course\, you will be able to: \n\n\n Understand genetic drift and how to maintain the genetic integrity of simple and complex GA lines\n Understand GA nomenclature and why it is important\n Predict the outcomes of genetic crosses involving multiple alleles\, including chromosomal linkage and sex-linked genes\n Perform multiple allele inheritance and breeding calculations\n Understand the fundamentals of different methods that give rise to GA mouse strains\n Troubleshoot breeding and colony maintenance issues\n Know the basics of breeding conditional transgenic models\n Discuss blinding and randomising GA experiments URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/mouse-genetics-and-colony-management-for-researchers/ 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/2026/06/Hero-Template_v08-Genetics_Mouse-Genetics-and-Colony-Management-for-Researchers-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261008T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261022T235959 DTSTAMP:20260601T094944Z CREATED:20260601T094940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T094944Z UID:4461-1791417600-1792713599@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Training and developing staff in the workplace DESCRIPTION:With tutor Lucy Whitfield MA VetMB DLAS PGCert(VetEd) FHEA MRCVS\nThis 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. \nOnline only – 8th October & 22nd October live webinars 4pm 2026. \n\nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 15\n\nIAT CPD Credits: 15\n\nTutor: 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*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/training-and-developing-staff-in-the-workplace/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Training and CPD Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lsindex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Image-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T163000 DTSTAMP:20260707T125951Z CREATED:20260601T100148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T125951Z UID:4480-1791970200-1791995400@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. \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. \nWho is this for? \n\n\n Animal Technicians who would like to develop their laboratory skills\n\nAfter the course you will be able to: \n\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\n Incorporate sustainability considerations into laboratory work to support efficient and environmentally responsible research URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/laboratory-skills-for-animal-technicians-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/2026/06/Hero-Template_v08-Lab-Skills_Laboratory-Skills-for-Animal-Technicians-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T235959 DTSTAMP:20260601T095731Z CREATED:20260601T095728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T095731Z UID:4467-1792022400-1792195199@lsindex.co.uk SUMMARY:Minimally invasive procedures without anaesthesia DESCRIPTION:With tutors Romuald Binet PhD & Ilaria Cervellini PhD\nThis unit provides an introduction to the theory relating to minor procedures.  It provides information about appropriate methods of handling and restraint and describes appropriate techniques for injection\, dosing and sampling relevant to the species.  It should provide information sufficient for individuals to understand what will be required of them before they go on to be trained in the practical aspects of these skills whilst under supervision. \n15th and 16th October 2026 at the Advance Training Centre. \n\nCourse Details\nDiploma Credits: 20\n\nIAT CPD Credits: 30\n\nTutors: Romuald Binet\, Hannah Davis\, & Ilaria Cervellini\nYou will cover\n\n Anatomy and physiology\n Behavioural monitoring\n Administration and withdrawal routes\n Refinement\n Evidence-based research (or lack of it) relating to administration of substances\n\nKey Skills you will develop\n\n Knowledge and understanding of the impact of animal handling and restraint on animal welfare\n Knowledge and understanding of techniques/procedures including\, for example\, injection\, sampling and dosing techniques (routes/volumes/frequency)\, dietary modification\, gavage\, tissue biopsy\, behavioural tests\, use of metabolic cages\n Knowledge and understanding of the need for rigour and consistency in conducting scientific procedures and the correct recording and handling of samples\n Knowledge and understanding of methods for minimising the impact on the animals subject to scientific procedures\n\n*Further IAT fees may apply URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/minimally-invasive-procedures-without-anaesthesia/ 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/2026/06/minimal-invasive-course-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CLAST":MAILTO:enquiries@clast.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261026T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261027T163000 DTSTAMP:20260707T130042Z CREATED:20260601T102356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T130042Z UID:4487-1793007000-1793118600@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\n\n Perform a basic standard mouse necropsy\n Describe gross observations at necropsy\n Gain an understanding of the rapid ‘emergency’ opening\n Select suitable tissues for histology and further analysis\n Perform a standard cut-in\n\nWho is this for: \n\n\n Researchers\n Animal Technicians\n PhD Students\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 48 CPD points. URL:https://lsindex.co.uk/event/mouse-necropsy-and-tissue-processing-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/2026/06/Hero-Template_v08-Pathology_Mouse-Necropsy-and-Tissue-Processing-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell":MAILTO:training@har.mrc.ac.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR