TNU mice animal research
TNU mice animal research

Translational Neuroscience Unit (TNU)

The translational neuroscience unit (TNU) is the animal research unit of the Donders Institute. Across labs our research covers basic neuroscience - Memory, Sleep, Development, Stress - as well as disease related studies, such as stress-related disorders such as PTSD, depression, anxiety and developmental disorders.

TNU mice animal research

Facilities and methods

We have many research methods and facilities at our disposal using inbred and outbred mice and rats

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TNU rats animal research

About animal research

Because not all questions can be answered by laboratory research or research with human volunteers.

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More information

TNU researchers also work with alternative methods, such as fruitflies, organoids, computer models and human experiments with imaging, and are regularly involved in outreach activities explaining the need for animal usage in research as well as communicating the results obtained in animal research.

The TNU strives for openness in animal research and is also an EARA member. In June 2021, Radboud University has also signed the transparency agreement where signatories commit to be open and transparent about using animals in research.

Take a look at the FAQ below for even more information:

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Researchers

Several researchers of the Donders Institute make use of the TNU facilities. This resulted in a broad range of publications and running experiments. Our research output improves knowledge and treatment in diverse fields, from stress and memory to ALS and visual impairment.

TNU researchers

Contact TNU

Feel to contact us for questions about your research.

Visiting address

TNU
Geert Grooteplein 29
6525 EZ Nijmegen
The Netherlands

+31(0)24 11111