Engelke M, Kleuser B, Manzer K, Schäfer-Korting M. Invitrotrain: Training Courses on Alternative Test Methods. Poster session presented at: Alternatives in the Mainstream: Innovations in Life Science Education and Training. 2nd InterNICHE Conference; 2005 May 12-15; Oslo, Norway


Abstract

The Invitrotrain project covers the development, validation and demonstration of in vitro methods for chemicals testing and prediction of toxicity. In the framework of five training courses, multiple alternative (non-animal) methods will be taught, and general aspects of replacement tests by in vitro procedures for the identification of hazardous properties of chemicals will be addressed. Special focus is placed on the performance of scientifically validated in vitro methods which are accepted in regulatory toxicology and the statistical evaluation of the test results. The aims of the training courses are to provide the attendees with sufficient experience, so that they may apply the techniques to their own needs and to promote the use of in vitro alternative methods. The objectives of the Invitrotrain project are in line with the future EU policies on cosmetics and chemicals which call for the use of alternatives to animals and for new testing strategies.

The project is sponsored by the European Commission (6th Framework Program, Förderung aus dem Europäischen Fond für regionale Entwicklung, No. EFRE 20002006 2/15; from 01. Aug. 2004 to 30. July 2007).