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Video: The 3T3 Neutral Red Uptake Phototoxicity Test

October 31, 2018
This training video explores a cell-based method for assessing Phototoxicity — or the potential for chemicals to cause damage after being exposed to light.  The method is used widely around the world by many industries, including the cosmetics and pharmaceutical sectors. Disclaimer:  Please note that the procedures shown in this video were for demonstration purposes only and that all assay procedures, except the UV A/dark exposure, should be performed in a biological safety cabinet using aseptic techniques. Due to video production reasons,...

European Association Supports Production of Training Videos for Non-Animal Tests

November 12, 2014
GAITHERSBURG, MD, BRUSSELS, BE - The European Partnership for Alternative Approaches to Animal Testing (EPAA) has partnered with US based Institute for In Vitro Sciences (IIVS) to produce a series of training videos on non-animal testing methods for the safety evaluation of products and ingredients. The first video in the series focuses on the Bovine Corneal Opacity and Permeability assay - a replacement for the Draize eye irritation test that utilizes live rabbits. “Videos can be an effective and efficient means...