Regognition for using alternatives to animal experimentation
Prof. Monica Gotta presenting her latest research on C. elegans (left), receiving the Philantropia Foundation prize this year (middle) and the Naef Foundation prize last year (right). © UNIGE
Professor Monica Gotta's research on the model organism Caenorhabditis elegans was recognised for its quality and societal relevance by the Foundation Philantropia this year and the Foundation Naef last year that both support the development of alternatives to animal experimentation.
The work of Prof. Monica Gotta demonstrates a strong commitment to following the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction and Refinement) in biomedical research. Using C. elegans, her research provides a powerful alternative to animal experimentation. This approach enables fundamental biological questions to be addressed while significantly reducing the use of higher animals, in line with international efforts to promote more ethical research practices. Beyond its ethical value, Professor Gotta’s work has provided valuable scientific insights into key cellular and developmental processes.