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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Apr 15

📢 Save the Date for the HSA Conference 2025!

Join us for a two-day hybrid conference on the latest developments in humane slaughter and transport of animals

📍 Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum and Online
📆 21-22 October

More details and abstract submission➡️www.hsa.org.uk/conference2025

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Apr 28

📖 Did you know that every month we update our website with a list of the latest research papers in humane transport and slaughter?

To view a list of the papers published in March, visit ow.ly/TtK150VHO57

#AnimalWelfareScience

A flyer advertising the March 2025 list of recently published papers in Humane Transport and Slaughter, published on the HSA website. The flyer features a photo of a pile of magazines. The text reads: Latest research papers. Read the list of recently published papers in Humane Transport and Slaughter. March 2025.

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Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Apr 28

Don't forget to sign up to the UFAW &
@AnimalWelfareRN
Seminar Series: Influencing for Impact - translating #animalwelfare research into #law & #policy ➡️http://ufaw.org.uk/researchtopolicy

The series kicks off with two sessions by Mike Radford on 1 and 15 May, 13.00-14.30 (GMT+1).

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Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Apr 23

⏳ There’s still time to tell us what you think!
We’re refreshing our brand and website — and your input matters.

Take our quick survey & help shape the future 👉 ow.ly/iq5750VAPce

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Huw Golledge @huwgolledge.bsky.social · Apr 15

We'd really appreciate your input on how our new brand and website should look, please consider taking our quick survey to give us your opinions ⬇️

Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Apr 15

📣 We’re refreshing our brand and website — and we want your input!

Help us make our digital presence clearer, more accessible, and better for you

Please take our short survey: ow.ly/xwbC50VAOb9

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Huw Golledge @huwgolledge.bsky.social · Apr 14

Come and help us raise the funds to do more brilliant animal welfare science:

Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Apr 14

🚨 We’re Hiring! UFAW & HSA are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Fundraising & Membership Officer.

Work with our Fundraising Manager to develop and deliver fundraising initiatives and enhance membership engagement and donor relationships to support and expand our work ➡️ ow.ly/RELh50VzQIn

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Huw Golledge @huwgolledge.bsky.social · Apr 10

Simply awful and shocking news. It was a pleasure to work with Ale when UFAW joined RSB, he was so knowledgeable and supportive. Condolences to his former colleagues at RSB as well as friends and family.

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Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Apr 2

From research to real-world change! Discover how to use your research to influence UK #animalwelfare #policy with our series of seminars in conjunction with AWRN.

🔗Find out more: ufaw.org.uk/researchtopolicy

📅13.00 -14.30 (GMT+1) on select Thursdays, starting May 2025

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Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Mar 31

🎖️Congratulations to Professor Ngaio Beausoleil who has been awarded the UFAW Medal for Outstanding Contributions to #AnimalWelfareScience ➡️ ow.ly/auwZ50VqAB1

Register now to hear Ngaio speak about her work at the #UFAW2025 conference➡️ ow.ly/FABJ50VqAw7

#AnimalWelfareScience

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Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Apr 1

🎉Congratulations to Dr Benjamin Lecorps who has been awarded the UFAW Early Career Researcher of the Year Award 2025.

Register now to hear Ben speak about his work at the #UFAW2025 conference➡️ ow.ly/FABJ50VqAw7

Read more about our award recipients here: ow.ly/R94V50VqB3S

#AnimalWelfareScience

Dr Benjamin Lecorps, Lecturer in Animal Welfare, Ethics and Sustainable Agriculture at the University of Bristol, UK, is pictured kneeling in front of cattle in a shed.

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Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Mar 28

🏆 Announcing the 2025 UFAW Award Winners 🏅

We are delighted to recognise this year’s UFAW Award winners for their remarkable achievements and significant contributions to animal welfare science.

🔗 Read about our award winners here: ow.ly/NJyK50VqClb

#UFAW2025 #AnimalWelfareScience

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Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Jan 10

📢 Abstract submissions for talks and posters at the UFAW International Animal Welfare Conference close on 10 February.

🔍 We’re particularly interested in abstracts featuring novel and innovative approaches to #AnimalWelfare science.

🔗 Don't miss out! Submit your abstract here: ufaw.org.uk/conf25

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The Humane Slaughter Association @the-hsa.bsky.social · Mar 6

Yesterday, our CEO, Huw Golledge, joined representatives from leading animal welfare organisations for a discussion with Defra UK on the welfare of farmed land & aquatic animals. We appreciate the opportunity to share our priorities on these crucial #AnimalWelfare issues.

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Animal Welfare - the UFAW Journal @animal-welfare.bsky.social · Feb 11

🔍NEW STUDY used AI to track enrichment for captive rhesus macaques. Interest in food items remained high for months, while interest in non-food objects declined. Automated monitoring provided long-term insights and highlighted the need for adaptive enrichment strategies.

🔗 ow.ly/7cpY50UXrri

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Animal Welfare - the UFAW Journal @animal-welfare.bsky.social · Feb 11

🔍 NEW STUDY found #horsewelfare improves when housing allows natural behaviours, especially social interaction. However, restricted housing can cause health and welfare issues. Researchers call for long-term studies, standardised methods & solutions for space-limited settings.
🔗 ow.ly/sSAJ50UXAuf

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Huw Golledge @huwgolledge.bsky.social · Feb 5

Don't miss your chance to present your latest animal welfare research at our online conference this summer! You've only got 5 days left to submit an abstract 🕐

Please share.

Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Jan 10

📢 Abstract submissions for talks and posters at the UFAW International Animal Welfare Conference close on 10 February.

🔍 We’re particularly interested in abstracts featuring novel and innovative approaches to #AnimalWelfare science.

🔗 Don't miss out! Submit your abstract here: ufaw.org.uk/conf25

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Huw Golledge @huwgolledge.bsky.social · Jan 28

Don't miss out on the chance to present your work at this year's UFAW conference, deadline approaching!

Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Jan 10

📢 Abstract submissions for talks and posters at the UFAW International Animal Welfare Conference close on 10 February.

🔍 We’re particularly interested in abstracts featuring novel and innovative approaches to #AnimalWelfare science.

🔗 Don't miss out! Submit your abstract here: ufaw.org.uk/conf25

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Huw Golledge @huwgolledge.bsky.social · Jan 28

Don't miss out on the chance to present your work at this year's UFAW conference, deadline approaching!

Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Jan 10

📢 Abstract submissions for talks and posters at the UFAW International Animal Welfare Conference close on 10 February.

🔍 We’re particularly interested in abstracts featuring novel and innovative approaches to #AnimalWelfare science.

🔗 Don't miss out! Submit your abstract here: ufaw.org.uk/conf25

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Animal Welfare - the UFAW Journal @animal-welfare.bsky.social · Jan 13

🔍Can dog breeding shift from prioritising looks to health? This study urges reform to address genetic health issues—applying changes to all dogs, not just pedigrees. Collaboration among breeders, vets, & policymakers key to a healthier future for dogs. 🔗https://ow.ly/q38M50UFeK3
#Dogs #AnimalWelfare

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Huw Golledge @huwgolledge.bsky.social · Jan 13

Don't miss out on the chance to share your research at the UFAW conference this summer!

Universities Federation for Animal Welfare @ufaw.bsky.social · Jan 10

📢 Abstract submissions for talks and posters at the UFAW International Animal Welfare Conference close on 10 February.

🔍 We’re particularly interested in abstracts featuring novel and innovative approaches to #AnimalWelfare science.

🔗 Don't miss out! Submit your abstract here: ufaw.org.uk/conf25

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Alan McElligott @amcell.bsky.social · Jan 7

Very Important! Published by @asab.org at the start of each year. 2025. "Guidelines for the ethical treatment of nonhuman animals in behavioural research and teaching." www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

Guidelines for the ethical treatment of nonhuman animals in behavioural research and teaching

www.sciencedirect.com

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Alan McElligott @amcell.bsky.social · Dec 17

Relieved to see that this list includes "Animals" from #mdpi - a long-term thorn in the side of #ResearchIntegrity, with numerous examples of serious #AnimalWelfare and #AnimalEthics violations. Some examples can be found on pubpeer. Please THINK before you CITE anything from #mdpi! 👇

Tanja Pyhäjärvi @pyhatanja.bsky.social · Dec 16

Big news from Finnish publication forum. Almost all MDPI and Frontiers journals will be downgraded to level 0 and thus are not considered as properly peer reviewed trustworthy scientific journals.
julkaisufoorumi.fi/en/news/chan...

Changes to the classification

julkaisufoorumi.fi

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Tyler Lane @tylerlane.bsky.social · Dec 17

I’ve driven colleagues mad with an obstinate refusal to even entertain the idea of publishing with MDPI, going so far as threatening to pull my name from ready-to-submit articles. Some colleagues still joke about publishing in IJERPH just to rile me up. Am I glad I stuck to my guns!

Tanja Pyhäjärvi @pyhatanja.bsky.social · Dec 16

Big news from Finnish publication forum. Almost all MDPI and Frontiers journals will be downgraded to level 0 and thus are not considered as properly peer reviewed trustworthy scientific journals.
julkaisufoorumi.fi/en/news/chan...

Changes to the classification

julkaisufoorumi.fi

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Bas Rodenburg @basrodenburg.bsky.social · Dec 17

We have a very exciting line up of plenary speakers for ISAE 2025, so make sure to submit your abstracts for the congress before 15 February 2025(isae2025.exordo.com/login)! The info on the plenary speakers can be found here: isae2025utrecht.nl/plenary-spea...

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Dr. Jeremy Marchant @jnmarchantphd.bsky.social · Dec 17

sentientmedia.org/animal-advoc...
Interview with @delcianna.bsky.social

What Animal Advocates Are Bracing for With Trump's Return

An interview with Delci Winders, director of the Animal Law and Policy Institute at Vermont Law and Graduate School.

sentientmedia.org

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