Just as man has a legal and moral obligation to protect his fellows, prolong life and alleviate suffering he must also be aware of his obligation to ensure that the animals used to further these aims are properly cared for and protected.
Our motto curando docemus (through learning we care) reflects both the educational and caring roles that the Institute practices.

Objectives

Founded in 1949 the Institute of Animal Technology is the foremost professional body in the field.  By our activities we continue to advance and promote excellence in technology and the practice of laboratory animal care and welfare.
In education we make provision for Animal Technologists and others professionally engaged in the field of animal science to receive appropriate training and qualifications, thus ensuring that they may contribute to advancing standards of laboratory animal welfare at home and abroad.