This article discusses the impact of the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre's much-anticipated Recommendations on Non-Animal-Derived Antibodies, in accordance with EU policy on animal use. These recommendations are supported by an in-depth scientific review and opinion on the “scientific validity of replacements for animal-derived antibodies” conducted by its Scientific Advisory Committee, both published as annexes to the recommendation. This publication will influence the future of antibody production in the EU and beyond through EU’s global network.
Gray, A.C., Bradbury, A.R.M., Knappik, A. et al. Animal-derived-antibody generation faces strict reform in accordance with European Union policy on animal use. Nat Methods 17, 755–756 (2020)
