Biomedical Experimental Research Unit
Cerified facility:
Breeding animal models (EL-54-BIObr-43)
Supply of animal models (EL-54-BIOsup-44)
Use of animal models (EL-54-BIOexp-01)
In accordance with the current national legislation (PD 56/2013, which adapts the European Directive 2010/63/EU).
It is a model structure with a unique building design and excellent scientific and logistical infrastructure, capable of supporting a wide range of educational and experimental procedures of the hospital's clinics and units, as well as external scientific members and departments.
Conducting
basic research experimental protocols
The facility allows for the breeding and housing of small animal models, both conventional and genetically modified, as well as the performance of experimental surgery, post-operative care, and hospitalization of animal models in accordance with the new national legislation (Decree 56/2013), the Federation of European Laboratory Animal Science Associations (FELASA), and the International Council for Laboratory Animal Science (ICLAS). The Animal Standards Welfare Committee (No. 569818(2441)/07.11.2019) and the Research Protocols Evaluation Committee (No. 767448(3131)/06.12.2019) approved by the Region of Central Macedonia respectively, provide ongoing scientific support to the unit. It is staffed by a licensed veterinarian and a trained experimental surgery nurse/animal caretaker.
