IAT Newsletter - March 2026
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Dear Members
March arrives with a welcome sense of renewal: longer days, the first signs of spring and a natural lift in energy across our teams and facilities. It’s a month that often marks fresh momentum in ongoing projects and a renewed focus on professional development. This year is no exception, as March brings two key celebrations within our community IAT Tech Month and the upcoming IAT Congress 2026.
Throughout March, establishments across the UK have the opportunity to join together in recognising the essential contribution of Animal Technologists. IAT Tech Month can offer a lively mix of morale‑boosting activities designed to highlight the professionalism, skill and dedication of those who care for research animals every day.
We are also approaching one of the most significant events in the Animal Technology calendar—the IAT Congress 2026, taking place 24 – 27 March 2026. This year’s Congress promises a diverse and engaging programme, with first‑time speakers covering a range of topics as well as updates from ASRU.
Together, Tech Month and Congress make March a vibrant period of learning, community and recognition across the profession. Whether through local activities, national challenges, or the Congress itself, this is a moment to celebrate the people who drive high‑quality, compassionate animal care and to strengthen the networks that support excellence in our field.
Adrian Woodhouse (Newsletter editor)
