The Commission, Member States, industry and other stakeholders should continue to
contribute to the promotion of alternative test methods on an international and national
level including computer supported methodologies, in vitro methodologies, such as
appropriate, those based on toxicogenomics, and other relevant methodologies. The
Community's strategy to promote alternative test methods is a priority and the Commission
should ensure that within its future Research Framework Programmes and initiatives such
as the Community Action Plan on the Protection and Welfare of Animals 2006-2010 this
remains a priority topic. Participation of stakeholders and initiatives involving all
interested parties should be sought.
