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We are now part of City St George's, University of London. This website contains information relating to our Tooting campus. Please visit our new website to learn more about what we offer across all our campuses.

In a first step toward reopening our refurbished Biological Research Facility (BRF), we have now opened a new state of the art Zebrafish Unit. Our team of highly specialised technicians are committed to supporting scientific excellence and maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare.

Browse the pages below to find out more about the BRF.

About the Biological Research Facility

The BRF is responsible for ensuring that research requiring animals at St George's is carried out with the best possible welfare standards.

Zebrafish Unit

Our purpose-built Zebrafish Unit houses and cares for zebrafish used at St George’s for biomedical research.

Ethical Considerations

St George's is committed to developing and using alternatives to the use of animals whenever possible. Find out how animal research requests are assessed at St George's.

Openness on Animal Research

We are committed to a policy of openness and transparency in every respect, and the use of animals by scientists to find treatments and cures for medical conditions is no different.

Animal Research Statistics

Information on the number of animals used for scientific procedures under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 are reported annually to the UK Home Office.

Useful Links on Animals and Research

The following links will provide information about organisations associated with animals in medical research.
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