NJAALAS November 16th, 2021 General Membership Meeting
Hello to you NJAALAS Family and again Welcome to the 2021-2022 “Virtual” Season for NJAALAS.
Our next meeting will be held:
WHEN: Tuesday November 16th, 2021
WHERE: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/319214237
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3122
Access Code: 319-214-237
TIME: 3-5pm (EST)
Vendor Sponsor Spotlight: Charles River
Presenter: Cheryl Perkins, Manager of Scientific Support Laboratory Services, Charles River
Title: Why risk contamination? Screening research biologics for infectious pathogens
Presenter Bio: As the manager of Scientific Support in the Research Animal Diagnostic Services (RADS) division at Charles River, Cheryl works with the bench scientists to oversee internal and external collaborations within the laboratory. In addition, Cheryl also partners with clients to set-up/review their Health Monitoring program, which could include alternative options to traditional sentinel testing. Cheryl received a B.A. in Biology from Clark University and has over 30 years of experience in Charles River’s diagnostic laboratory.
Abstract/Description: The presence of infectious pathogens in research biologics could introduce variables that potentially impact your research, your vivarium and even your staff. Like quarantine for rodent models, screening for these agents is critical. Please join us for an overview of methods to screen PDX, cell lines, antibodies, proteins and other biologic materials using semi-quantitative PCR technology. We’ll also review prevalence data and the effects that some of the commonly detected infectious agents can have on your research.
Scientific Speaker: Dr. Megan LaFollette
https://www.na3rsc.org
Title: The North American 3Rs Collaborative & Compassion Fatigue
Bio: Dr. Megan LaFollette works with The North American 3Rs Collaborative to advance science, innovation, and research animal welfare. She has her PhD in Animal Behavior & Well-Being from Purdue University, where she also received a Master of Science in Animal Welfare. Her primary interests lie at the intersection of human-animal interaction and animal welfare, especially in practical refinements for laboratory and companion animals. These interests have led to her conducting projects focused on rat tickling, compassion fatigue in laboratory animal personnel, refinement for cats in confinement, positive reinforcement in training horses, the welfare of service dogs, and human behavior change for animal welfare.
On Behalf of President Jeff Weidlick, The BOT, and Committee Chairs
Thank you all for your continued Support/Contributions to the LAS Community and NJAALAS
Upcoming Meetings/Events
Hello to you NJAALAS Family and again Welcome to the 2021-2022 “Virtual” Season for NJAALAS.
Our next meeting will be held:
WHEN: Tuesday November 16th, 2021
WHERE: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/319214237
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3122
Access Code: 319-214-237
TIME: 3-5pm (EST)
Vendor Sponsor Spotlight: Charles River
Presenter: Cheryl Perkins, Manager of Scientific Support Laboratory Services, Charles River
Title: Why risk contamination? Screening research biologics for infectious pathogens
Presenter Bio: As the manager of Scientific Support in the Research Animal Diagnostic Services (RADS) division at Charles River, Cheryl works with the bench scientists to oversee internal and external collaborations within the laboratory. In addition, Cheryl also partners with clients to set-up/review their Health Monitoring program, which could include alternative options to traditional sentinel testing. Cheryl received a B.A. in Biology from Clark University and has over 30 years of experience in Charles River’s diagnostic laboratory.
Abstract/Description: The presence of infectious pathogens in research biologics could introduce variables that potentially impact your research, your vivarium and even your staff. Like quarantine for rodent models, screening for these agents is critical. Please join us for an overview of methods to screen PDX, cell lines, antibodies, proteins and other biologic materials using semi-quantitative PCR technology. We’ll also review prevalence data and the effects that some of the commonly detected infectious agents can have on your research.
Scientific Speaker: Dr. Megan LaFollette
https://www.na3rsc.org
Title: The North American 3Rs Collaborative & Compassion Fatigue
Bio: Dr. Megan LaFollette works with The North American 3Rs Collaborative to advance science, innovation, and research animal welfare. She has her PhD in Animal Behavior & Well-Being from Purdue University, where she also received a Master of Science in Animal Welfare. Her primary interests lie at the intersection of human-animal interaction and animal welfare, especially in practical refinements for laboratory and companion animals. These interests have led to her conducting projects focused on rat tickling, compassion fatigue in laboratory animal personnel, refinement for cats in confinement, positive reinforcement in training horses, the welfare of service dogs, and human behavior change for animal welfare.
On Behalf of President Jeff Weidlick, The BOT, and Committee Chairs
Thank you all for your continued Support/Contributions to the LAS Community and NJAALAS
Upcoming Meetings/Events
- Tuesday, January 18th, 2022
- Tuesday, March 15th, 2022
- Tuesday, May 17th, 2022
- July 2022- Family Fun Day- TBD
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