Science in the Service of Animal Welfare

Developing and promoting improvements in the welfare of farm, companion, laboratory, captive wild animals and those with which we interact in the wild, through scientific and educational activity.

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UFAW and HSA Research Director, Dr Birte Nielsen, Appointed Visiting Professor at the University of Edinburgh

The Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW) and the Humane Slaughter Association (HSA) are proud to announce that Dr Birte Nielsen, our Research Director, has been appointed as a Visiting Professor at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh.

16 August 2024

UFAW LINK Scheme supports animal welfare awareness activities at Makerere University, Uganda

As part of the UFAW LINK scheme, the Animal Welfare Club at Makerere University has successfully launched several initiatives to raise awareness of animal welfare among students, with the aim of improving animal welfare practices in Uganda.

15 August 2024

UFAW announces 2024 award winners

The Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW) has announced its 2024 award winners. The recipients will be presented with their awards, and speak about their work, at the UFAW International Animal Welfare Conference taking place in Porto, Portugal, on 10 – 11 July 2024.

15 May 2024

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Call for Abstracts

Abstract submissions for talks and posters are now open for the UFAW online Conference 2025. Apply by 10 February 2025

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UFAW International Animal Welfare Conference
24 - 26 June 2025
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UFAW Student Scholarship Scheme

The UFAW Animal Welfare Student Scholarship Scheme 2025 is now open for applications. Closing date 28 February 2025

Two prestigious awards launched

We are seeking nominations for two prestigious awards - the UFAW Medal and Early Career Researcher of the year.  Closing date 10 December 2024. Nomination forms on our grants webpages

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