STEP4NAMs

Promotion of the Use of New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) to Replace Animal Testing 

• Focus on the (Bio)Pharma and MedTech sectors
• Strengthening research and innovation capacities through the implementation and validation of modern technologies
• Development of a joint strategy and sector-specific action plans to facilitate the adoption of NAMs in the participating regions
• Reducing the lack of knowledge, insufficient acceptance, and fragmented infrastructure regarding the application of NAMs

Objective

• Promoting innovation and resilience in the field of NAMs in NWE
• Utilizing transnational cooperation to improve the implementation of NAMs
• Bringing together stakeholders across the entire NAM value chain from different countries
• Increasing acceptance and use of NAMs through validation and demonstration in four pilot studies (Organ-on-Chip, Organoids, Digital Twin, Bioprinting/Bench-Top Simulations)
• Developing a validation manual as a guideline for NAM users and developers
• Training and supporting 186 participants (SMEs, research organizations, regulatory authorities) through a tailored training program to disseminate knowledge and promote NAMs

Start day : January 1st, 2025

Duration : 4 years

Budget : €6.3 M