Daily briefing: The new alternatives to animal testing

Nature 2026 Open access

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Authors: Flora Graham
DOI: 10.1038/d41586-026-00623-8
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Abstract

New methods such as mini 3D ‘organoids’ are slowly phasing out animal testing in some areas of research. Plus, how to spot a fraudulent paper and the surprising science of squeaky sneakers. New methods such as mini 3D ‘organoids’ are slowly phasing out animal testing in some areas of research. Plus, how to spot a fraudulent paper and the surprising science of squeaky sneakers.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Animal testing and alternatives 3D Printing in Biomedical Research Biomedical Ethics and Regulation

Publication details

Journal / source
Nature
Publication date
25 February 2026
Language
EN