Animal Free Labcast #53 - Parliament, Prime-Time TV & The New Centre for Human-Specific Research

In this episode, Carla and Dr Gemma discuss a series of exciting milestones for Animal Free Research UK.Animal testing was raised during Prime Minister’s Questions by Irene Campbell MP, bringing the issue to one of the UK’s most high-profile political stages and calling for stronger action to phase out animal experiments in medical research.The team also reflect on their appearance on BBC’s The One Show, which highlighted pioneering animal-free research funded by the charity, including lab-grown “mini hearts”, human-cell breast cancer research, and plant-based antibodies for medicine production. A major focus of the episode is the launch of the Centre for Human Specific Research, a new initiative designed to support scientists transitioning from animal experiments to human-relevant methods through funding, training, and collaboration. Myth Buster Is animal testing for medical research required by law in the UK? Myth or fact?Vote now on X, Facebook or Instagram!  Have your say: Call 0208 054 9695 to share your thoughts.  Support the cause: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts & SpotifyThanks for listening! Make sure you leave a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram to keep up to date on all things animal free research!