In this episode, the team explores the growing momentum behind animal-free research, from increasing political support for Herbie’s Law to innovative breakthroughs in the lab.

The discussion highlights a major parliamentary event hosted by Animal Free Research UK and a recent debate driven by a petition with over 121,000 signatures, showing strong public demand to reduce animal testing.

We revisit a common myth that some scientific questions require animal research. The team explains how new technologies are enabling scientists to study disease using human biology instead.

At the heart of the episode is new research from Professor Delibegovic and Dr Kamli-Salino from the University of Aberdeen, where they are developing a human kidney slice platform to study diabetic kidney disease. By using donated human tissue, this approach offers a more accurate way to understand disease and test treatments.

Looking ahead, the team explores how animal-free methods could support more effective, personalised medicine, while emphasising the importance of continued public and political engagement to drive change.

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