The Institute of Animal Technology
Advancing and promoting excellence in the care and welfare of animals in research
Our mission is to advance knowledge and promote high standards in the care and welfare of animals, while building an inclusive and supportive community that works together to improve practices across the global animal science sector.
The IAT is an inclusive global community that connects, supports and empowers everyone dedicated to advancing the highest standards of animal care and welfare in science.
About the IAT
The IAT was founded in 1950 and is the foremost professional body in the field of Animal Technology.
By our activities we continue to advance and promote excellence in technology and the practice of laboratory animal care and welfare.
The IAT Council
The IAT is managed by a maximum of 24 elected members who form Council, who act as the Directors of the Institute, which operates as a Registered Company Limited by Guarantee and not having a share capital.
Each year a minimum of eight places, being one third of Council, are subject to election by the membership
Equity & Diversity
The IAT, as a Professional Body, is fully committed to developing, maintaining and supporting a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion where all stakeholders, members, guests and other publics will be treated fairly and with dignity and respect.
Our Partners
The Institute is proud to work closely with partner organisations to promote the care and welfare of Laboratory Animals.
You can visit the websites of our partners by clicking on their logos. Events organised by our partners can be found in the IAT Calendar and on the News page. Other useful website links can be found on our Web Link Page
