Introduction
The workshop will take place in May 2025, featuring pre-recorded and live webinars, along with e-learning modules. The new format for the workshop will provide information on refinement and best practice for rodent anaesthesia and anaesthesia of rabbits, pigs, sheep and non-human primates.
During the first 3 days, under the guidance of workshop leader Prof. Paul Flecknell, the focus will be on small rodents.
On day 4, Prof. Eddie Clutton and Prof. Paul Flecknell will co-present the sessions.
The workshop will be hosted on the Research Animal Training website and is designed for animal technicians, veterinarians, researchers, and anyone else eager to deepen their knowledge on the subject and enhance their existing protocols with innovative refinements.
Scheduling
- All participants (including those registering only for day 4) will have access to pre-recorded seminars and a series of e-learning modules.
- Participants can easily schedule their viewing of the pre-recorded materials, which are divided into independent video segments lasting 15-30 minutes each.
- The e-learning modules, aligned with EU21 learning outcomes, are divided into lessons, allowing participants to pause and resume their studies at their convenience.
Live sessions are scheduled as below
- Day 1 – May 12th – 14:00 to 16:00 (UK time)
- Day 2 – May 13th – 14:00 to 16:00 (UK time)
- Day 3 – May 14th – 14:00 to 16:00 (UK time)
- Day 4 – May 15th – 09:00 to 13:00 & 14:00 to 16:30 (UK time)
Cost
- Entire workshop (days 1-4) £400 GBP
- Days 1-3 only (rodents) £300 GBP
- Day 4 only (larger species) £200 GBP
- If you have attended one of our workshops in 2024, you are eligible for a reduced registration rate of £150 GBP to attend for day 4 only.
- 1-year access to Research Animal Training included
Content
- More than 7 hours of recorded seminars.
- 8 online e-learning modules.
- Days 1-3: Participate in three engaging 120-minute live sessions focused on problem-solving with rodents.
- On day 4, we will engage in four one-hour seminars, followed by 150 minutes of immersive, problem-based sessions focusing on larger species.
- Additional reading and reference material.
- All pre-recorded materials are accessible prior to the workshop, and participants are strongly encouraged to watch them before attending the live sessions.
- Participants will have access to all content for a duration of three months following its release date.
- By registering for the workshop, you will gain access to a wealth of other training materials available on the RAT website.
Interactivity
The pre-recorded content and e-learning modules will be accessible on www.researchanimaltraining.com, while live sessions will take place on the Zoom video platform (zoom.us). For an engaging interactive experience, we incorporate Mentimeter (mentimeter.com) during the sessions.
While not mandatory, having a smartphone or tablet in addition to a laptop can enhance your experience during the interactive sessions.
Topics Covered
Days 1-3
14:00 – 16:30: Interactive Sessions: Managing Anaesthesia in Laboratory Rodents.
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- These sessions will employ a scenario-based approach to inspire participants to leverage their knowledge and understanding of anaesthesia to tackle various challenges.
- There will be opportunity for open discussion and a Q&A session.
Day 4
9.00 – 13.00: Live webinars: “What you need to know if you anaesthetise rabbits, pigs, sheep or primates.”
14:00 – 16:30: Interactive Sessions: Mastering Anaesthesia for Larger Species
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- Join us for engaging sessions that utilise a scenario-based approach, designed to challenge participants to effectively apply their knowledge of Anaesthesia in solving various problems.
- Our focus will primarily be on the use and interpretation of data from monitoring devices.
Additionally, time will be allocated for open discussion and a Q&A session.
To ensure that interactive sessions remain effective, participation will be limited. If you wish to attend the workshop, please register using the links provided below.