Cardiff University

Below is a clear summary of what we know about their use of animals in research and how you can take action.

This university is known to conduct experiments on animals as part of its research and teaching activities.

On this page, you’ll find a summary of the available data and how you can take action.

Total procedures carried out in 2024

%

Involved mice

Were classified as “severe”

Species Breakdown

Mice were used most frequently. Additional species were also used in smaller numbers.

Full list of all species used

  • Mouse: 21,060

  • Rat: 678

  • Other fish: 949

  • Xenopus: 25

    These figures the total number of procedures reported by the university for 2024.

  • Mice (21,060) 92.7% 92.7%
  • Other Fish (949) 4.2% 4.2%
  • Rats (678) 3% 3%

Severity of Procedures

Animal procedures are classified by severity, ranging from mild interference to procedures that cause substantial suffering. This breakdown highlights the levels of impact experienced by animals in the university’s research.

Sub-threshold

Mild

Moderate

Severe

Non-recovery

What you can do

If you’re concerned about the use of animals in research, you can make your voice heard. Whether you’re a student, member of staff, alumni, or local resident, we’ve created easy-to-use templates to help you contact the university and ask for change.

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