Taking Our Breath Away! PETA Scientists Honor Epithelix’s Animal-Free Innovation

Epithelix, a Swiss biotechnology company, was honored by PETA Scientists for their innovative animal-free technology in toxicity testing. With 20 years of experience, the company has developed human cell-based tissue models that can replace animal testing in studying respiratory diseases, infections, and inhalation toxicity. Epithelix's commitment to better science and support of the scientific community was recognized at the Lung In Vitro Event for Innovative and Predictive Models, where they awarded a researcher with free tissue models for studying the effects of inhaled pollutants on the human respiratory tract.

Epithelix's cutting-edge technology not only benefits humans but also animals by eliminating the need for testing on animals in laboratories. Their efforts, along with the support from the Science Consortium, are pushing for a transition to non-animal science by providing researchers with practical experience in using human cell-based methods. By recognizing and supporting companies like Epithelix, the Science Consortium is working towards creating a future where animals are no longer used in toxicity tests, promoting better science and animal welfare.