University of Newcastle records the lowest level of animal tests in three years

Matthew Kelly
Updated April 15 2021 - 12:27am, first published July 14 2020 - 5:30am
Research question: The University of Newcastle says it is committed to reducing the number of animals used in research. Picture: Jesse Marlow
Research question: The University of Newcastle says it is committed to reducing the number of animals used in research. Picture: Jesse Marlow

The use of animals in research projects at the University of Newcastle dropped last year to its lowest level in three years.

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Matthew Kelly

Matthew Kelly

Journalist

Matthew Kelly has worked as a journalist for more than 25 years. He has been working as a general reporter at the Newcastle Herald since 2018. In recent years he has reported on subjects including environment, energy, water security, manufacturing and higher education. He has previously covered issues including the health and environmental impacts of uncovered coal wagons in the Hunter Valley, the pollution of legacy of former industrial sites and freedom of information issues.

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