First Drug Developed Using No Animal Testing Submitted For FDA Approvalhttps://t.co/Ye8kwfvRjj pic.twitter.com/3NSOGpsFnc

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Good news! Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have developed a new drug testing it on chip that contains human tissue. This is a stark contrast from the usual testing methods that have traditionally utilized animal testing on mice, rabbits, or primates. The cancer therapy drug has now been submitted to the FDA for approval, marking a first for such a process. The drug aims to combat kidney damage in patients who are taking cancer fighting drugs like cisplatin or cyclosporin – which typically result in some weakening of the kidneys.

In somewhat related news, China has decided to no longer require animal testing on imported cosmetic products, finally opening their market for more animal-friendly goods.

China will no longer require animal testing for imported cosmetics 💄🙌

We are delighted to hear that China will soon accept safety data for cosmetics from alternative methods to animal testing.

There are still exceptions to the new rule, explained here:https://t.co/rB03PTf16c pic.twitter.com/HK9Q1AZW7I

— Understanding Animal Research (@animalresearch) March 9, 2021

Source: IFL Science