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November 22, 2023

Can tech ever replace animal testing? Meet one startup giving it a go

Startups are working on animal testing alternatives — but making it a reality could be a while off yet


Sadia Nowshin

6 min read

Dr Abigail Martin and Dr Victoria Hutter, cofounders of ImmuONE

Whether it’s the nasal spray you breathe in to keep hay fever at bay or a colleague’s perfume, products that can make their way into your lungs have to be rigorously tested before it’s considered safe for humans. 

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ImmuONE's product, a small tray with wells and gloved hands poking a instrument into one well
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Sadia Nowshin

Sadia Nowshin was a reporter at Sifted covering foodtech, biotech and startup life. Follow her on X and LinkedIn

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