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About
AS-ET
The Animals in Science Education Trust (AS-ET) was
officially launched at the IAT Congress 2010.
AS-ET is a charity registered under the UK Charities
Act 1993. The Institute of Animal Technology (IAT)
set it up but it operates independently from the
Institute. Two distinguished scientists head the
Trust, Lord Walton of Detchant is the Patron and
Professor Sir Richard Gardner FRS is the Chairman of
the Trustees. There are currently three other
trustees.
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The Objects of the Trust are
The advancement of
education and promotion of excellence in the care
and welfare of animals in science.
The ways in which
these objects are to be achieved will include:
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Provision of bursaries contributing to
course fees, travel and accommodation;
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Developing teaching packages;
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Developing handbooks, DVD’s and other course
materials;
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Provision of web based learning;
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Development and provision of courses, summer
schools etc.
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Supporting students with special needs.
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AS-ET has become necessary because of the
increasing expense of developing and running
education and training courses and the absence of
public funding for courses in this specialised area.
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