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Last June, FELASA2022 Congress was a successful in-person meeting where scientists, laboratory animal veterinarians, students, technicians and others, met, presented research findings, shared thoughts on best practices for animal research and developed new collaborations. As discussed by Franco and Voikar in a new comment, the motto of the meeting was “Communication”; a central theme of the Congress, but also a key element in support of better science and animal welfare.
World-changing events took place between the 2019 and 2022 FELASA congresses. The challenges imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of animal research, and were an unavoidable issue discussed at FELASA2022. However, it was the future of laboratory animal science, medicine, and education that took central stage ─ a future that will rely on improved ‘Communication’ between all stakeholders.