Drug testing on animals has long been a contentious subject. To address animal welfare and improve outcomes, UBC Professor Abby C. Collier is leading scientific research in modelling and simulation to reduce, replace, and refine animal use in experimental research. Professor Collier is combining lab work with computer modelling to minimize animal involvement in experimentation while improving drug and chemical safety and effectiveness. Attend this webinar to learn more about the ways in which Professor Collier is working to advance pharmaceutical research for the benefit of animals, humans, and the environment.
September 27, 2023
12:00 PM–1:00 PM PT
Featured Speaker
Professor Abby C. Collier
Professor of Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics and Director Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (BPSc) Degree Program, UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
A member of UBC’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences since 2013, Professor Abby C. Collier is a professor of Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics; teaches pharmacology to undergraduate, graduate, pharmacy, and medical students; maintains an active research lab; and directs the new undergraduate BPSc degree program. Her sub-specialty is drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics. She is the winner of the 2021 Center for Alternatives to Animal Testing (CAAT) Award for her scientific research in modeling and simulation. Along with her collaborators, she also conducts research and publishes regularly in the fields of human and environmental toxicology and endocrinology, including prostate cancer.
Moderator
Dr. Catherine Schuppli, PhD’04
Clinical Assistant Professor UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems; Clinical Veterinarian UBC Animal Care Services
Dr. Catherine Schuppli is a clinical assistant professor at the UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems and a clinical veterinarian at UBC Animal Care Services. Her research and clinical practice interests include research ethics, the relationship between humans and animals, and practical ways to improve the emotional experiences of animals involved in animal research. She has published work on attitudes of animal scientists, animal producers, and the public. She also has extensive experience and research on the governance of animals used in research. In her work, she attempts to apply research findings to improve policy and practice, and resolve conflict related to animal welfare.
