Animal-Free Science Advocacy

Rachel Smith
Animal-Free Science Advocacy

Campaigning for a future where no animals are harmed in the name of science, and scientific progress is advanced through animal-free research methods.Formerly known as Humane Research Australia 

  1. Nicole Groch Discusses Cruelty-Free Beauty

    JUL 23

    Nicole Groch Discusses Cruelty-Free Beauty

    Nicole Groch, Australian Programs Manager at Cruelty Free International and a vegan hair and makeup artist, shares insights on ending animal testing globally, the rigorous Leaping Bunny certification process, and the evolution of cruelty-free and vegan products. She discusses the transformative impact of major Australian brands like Kmart and Sukin committing to cruelty-free practices. Nicole’s personal and professional journey highlights the power of consumer choices in driving industry change, and offers practical tips for identifying genuinely cruelty-free products. Tune in to learn how your choices can support a cruelty-free future.Search for Cruelty free products | Cruelty Free InternationalNicole Groch Cruelty Free, Vegan Hair & Makeup

    39 min
  2. Animal-Free Surgical Training with Andrew Costello

    MAY 29

    Animal-Free Surgical Training with Andrew Costello

    Andrew Costello, Strategic Consultant to the International Medical Robotics Academy (IMRA) discusses the benefits of non-animal surgical training methods and outlines IMRA's world-leading training programs and high-fidelity synthetic models. Find out more about IMRA on their website. Read AFSA's web resource on surgical training.

    40 min
  3. Maddie Krasno shares an insider perspective of primate research

    MAR 24

    Maddie Krasno shares an insider perspective of primate research

    Maddie holds a master’s degree in Humane Education and has worked in animal protection for over a decade. During her undergraduate education, Maddie worked for two years at UW-Madison’s Harlow Primate Research Laboratory and was later diagnosed with PTSD as a result. Maddie discusses her experiences and the organisation she has co-founded, Justify.  Maddie hopes Justify will establish greater transparency in the animal research industry and become the community she wishes she had when she left the primate lab in 2013.

    34 min
  4. A conversation with Dr Pandora Pound, author of 'The Rat Trap'.

    JAN 28

    A conversation with Dr Pandora Pound, author of 'The Rat Trap'.

    Dr Pandora Pound is Research Director at the Safer Medicines Trust. Dr Pound has written numerous influential papers on the scientific drawbacks of using animals as models for humans. Her newly published book ‘Rat Trap’ is a must-read. www.troubador.co.uk/bookshop/computing-science-education/rat-trap

    30 min
  5. Savita Nutan Founder of Medicine Without Cruelty

    06/28/2023 · VIDEO

    Savita Nutan Founder of Medicine Without Cruelty

    Savita Nutan is a science communicator, educator and former scientist who founded Medicine Without Cruelty in the UK. We interviewed her for the Animal-Free Science Advocacy podcast all about why medical research needs to urgently transition away from using obsolete and cruel animal methods towards far superior animal-free methods of research.Savita Nutan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/savitanutanMedicine Without Cruelty: https://medicinewithoutcruelty.com/HRA podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1010-humane-research-australia-98036519/Listen to more podcasts via the HRA website: https://www.humaneresearch.org.au/hra-resources/hra-podcast/

    50 min
  6. Animal Law Expert Sarah Margo: "This Space Feels Hopeful"

    04/17/2023

    Animal Law Expert Sarah Margo: "This Space Feels Hopeful"

    Animal-Free Science Advocacy CEO Rachel Smith interviews Sarah Margo, an expert in animal law on her perspective of the failings of the Australian regulatory system surrounding animals in science. Sarah is Policy Advisor to the Hon. Emma Hurst MLC of the Animal Justice Party, Animal Law Teaching Fellow at UNSW and Director of Voiceless, the animal protection institute and an Animal Law and Policy Consultant.Learn more about Voiceless: https://voiceless.org.au/

    20 min
  7. Clinical Researcher Nisha Narang: On ending animal-derived medical products ​

    11/28/2022

    Clinical Researcher Nisha Narang: On ending animal-derived medical products ​

    Animal-Free Science Advocacy CEO Rachel Smith interviews Nisha Narang, the CEO and founder of Leorah Clinical, a clinical research company with the mission is to bring sustainable, animal derivative-free medical products to people everywhere. More about Leorah Clinical: https://www.leorahclinical.com/

    24 min

  8. 09/27/2022

    Dr Hugo Morandini: A vision for clinical neuroscience without animals

    Animal-Free Science Advocacy speaks with member and clinical neuroscience researcher Dr Hugo Morandini about his research and reflections on the use of animals in research. Dr Hugo Morandini is a clinical neuroscience researcher with a deep interest in animal-free research methods. He is currently a member of Animal-Free Science Advocacy's management committee. Dr Hugo Morandini at UWAWatch the podcast episode on YouTube

    31 min
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