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The Humane Research Trust Registered Charity Number 1203103

In 2025, the number of dogs being used in scientific procedures for the first time has increased from 1,651 to 1,706.We ...
20/10/2026

In 2025, the number of dogs being used in scientific procedures for the first time has increased from 1,651 to 1,706.

We don’t believe dogs should have to suffer for medical research.

Medical research has changed. Scientists now have access to innovative ways of studying human disease without relying on animals — from human cells and tissues to organoids, organ-on-chip technology and computational models.

That’s why we fund research that explores these approaches.

We believe scientific progress and compassion for animals can go hand in hand.

What if we could grow parts of the human body in a lab? 🔬It’s already happening.Scientists are creating sophisticated mo...
16/10/2026

What if we could grow parts of the human body in a lab? 🔬

It’s already happening.

Scientists are creating sophisticated models of human biology to study disease and develop new treatments- including:

🧠 Mini brain-like organoids to study brain development and neurological conditions.

🩹 Skin models to explore wound healing and improve treatments for burns.

🦠 Gut systems to investigate digestion, disease and how treatments affect the gut.

These models give researchers a closer look at what happens in the human body — and could help make medical research more relevant to patients.

Find out more about human-relevant science via our website: https://ow.ly/5iKG50ZTpte

Thank You, Jason! 🏅A huge thank you to Jason Starza Lacey, who took on the Chester Marathon for THRT last weekend! We're...
15/10/2026

Thank You, Jason! 🏅

A huge thank you to Jason Starza Lacey, who took on the Chester Marathon for THRT last weekend!

We're incredibly grateful to Jason for representing us, and we're delighted to share that he has raised an amazing £1,120 to support animal-free medical research. 💙

Jason's fundraising page is still live, so if you'd like to show your support, there's still time to donate: www.justgiving.com/page/Jason-Starza-1789742506406

🐀 A rat is not a miniature human.It may seem obvious, but many aspects of biology differ between species, from how disea...
12/10/2026

🐀 A rat is not a miniature human.

It may seem obvious, but many aspects of biology differ between species, from how diseases develop to how our bodies respond to treatments.

So how well do results from animal studies translate to humans?

A 2024 analysis of animal-to-human translation found that only 5% of animal-tested therapeutic interventions went on to receive regulatory approval for human use.

We believe supporting research that uses human cells, tissues and innovative technologies can help scientists study human disease in ways that are more relevant to people.

Because if we want to understand humans, we need to study human biology. 🔬

📢 We're hiring: Strategic Partnerships Manager (Science)We have an exciting new opportunity to help build influential pa...
07/10/2026

📢 We're hiring: Strategic Partnerships Manager (Science)

We have an exciting new opportunity to help build influential partnerships, secure major funding opportunities, and help drive the next generation of humane, human-relevant science.

£50,000 salary
32.5 hours per week
Remote, hybrid or office-based
Closing date: 1 November 2026

We're looking for an experienced partnership-builder with a strong understanding of the biomedical research landscape and a passion for advancing humane science.

Could this be you, or someone in your network?

Apply via CharityJob:
🔗 https://ow.ly/NyiY50ZVsu6

Researchers funded by The Humane Research Trust are working at The University of Reading to improve treatments for peopl...
07/10/2026

Researchers funded by The Humane Research Trust are working at The University of Reading to improve treatments for people with respiratory diseases.

Here’s what the research team had to say about why this work matters:

"As a research group, we are passionate about developing technologies that improve pharmaceutical research while reducing reliance on animal studies.

"It is rewarding to work together towards more human-relevant science that benefits both patients and research."

By supporting innovative, human-relevant research, we’re helping researchers develop better ways to understand disease and improve treatments - while reducing the need for animals in research.

Support the future of better science. Find out more about our work: https://ow.ly/Qt6650ZTppt

🎽 We have 5 charity places available for the Manchester Marathon 2027!🏃‍♀️ Just conquered the Half? Ready for the next c...
06/10/2026

🎽 We have 5 charity places available for the Manchester Marathon 2027!

🏃‍♀️ Just conquered the Half? Ready for the next challenge?

Take on the full 26.2 miles and help fund pioneering medical research without the use of animals.

Whether you're chasing a new PB, ticking a marathon off your bucket list, or simply not ready to stop running, we'd love to have you on Team THRT. 💙

Apply now: runforcharity.com/charity-registration/the-humane-research-trust/manchester-marathon/register

04/10/2026

🐾 Happy World Animal Day! 💙

Today is a chance to celebrate animals and think about how we can build a better future for them.

We’re proud to have Chris Packham supporting the work of The Humane Research Trust.

🔬 By funding innovative, human-relevant research, we’re working towards a future where better science means less reliance on animals.

🎥 Watch Chris explain why he supports our work.

Find out more about The Humane Research Trust and donate at: https://ow.ly/yKcX50ZTp9M

Our 2025/26 Impact Report is now live!Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we're making progress towards a future...
02/10/2026

Our 2025/26 Impact Report is now live!

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we're making progress towards a future where science advances without animal suffering.

Discover the difference your support has made over the past year and the impact we're creating together.

📖 Read the report on our website: humaneresearch.org.uk/our-impact

Last year, 710,000 animals were used for basic research in British laboratories.There has to be a better way.Every pound...
01/10/2026

Last year, 710,000 animals were used for basic research in British laboratories.

There has to be a better way.

Every pound we raise goes towards supporting scientists developing human-relevant, animal-free approaches to medical research.

By backing researchers using new and innovative methods, we can help improve our understanding of human disease while reducing reliance on animals in research.

Together, we can support better science and a better future for animals. 💙

Find out more about the research we fund: https://ow.ly/sVrx50ZTp1V

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