Swiss 3RCC 3Rs Award

The 3Rs Award recognises outstanding contributions that have significantly advanced the Replacement, Reduction, or Refinement of animal experimentation (the 3Rs Principle) in Switzerland.

This award is open to individuals whose work has made a meaningful impact on the implementation of the 3Rs in a scientific, regulatory, industrial, or educational context. Contributions may include the development of new methods, tools, approaches, policies, or practices that improve both scientific quality and animal welfare.

The award is endowed with a cash prize of CHF 4’000.–. In addition, the awardee is offered the opportunity to have a short video produced about their work and/or to present their activities at a 3Rs-dedicated event organised by the Swiss 3RCC.

Applications and nominations undergo an internal review and shortlisting, followed by external endorsement from at least three international experts in the relevant field.

Swiss 3RCC Young 3Rs Investigator Award

The Young 3Rs Investigator Award is intended to recognise and encourage early-career researchers who have made an individual contribution to advancing the 3Rs Principle through their work in Switzerland.

This award highlights innovative and impactful achievements at an early stage of a scientific career, across areas such as method development, implementation of alternatives, improved experimental design, or education and training related to the 3Rs.

The award includes a cash prize of CHF 1’000.–, as well as the opportunity for increased visibility through a short video feature and/or a presentation at a Swiss 3RCC event.

Applications and nominations are evaluated based on the quality, originality and impact of the contribution, and follow the same internal review and external expert endorsement process as the main 3Rs Award.