NEWS 90 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE May 2025 Animistic, one of the leaders in animal research solutions and innovation, announced the launch of aZign™, to fill a critical gap in animal research. The company states that aZign™ empowers animal researchers with efficient tools and reliable calculations to enhance study efficiency and accuracy. As an expert in data and data modeling, Animistic points out that aZign™ is a needed tool for the industry, saving users time and money while making research more accurate. “Our goal with aZign™ is to bridge the gap between data and actionable insights in animal research,” said Tracy Snider, CEO of Animistic. “We understand the challenges professionals face in balancing study design, resource allocation, and statistical power. aZign™ delivers intelligence-driven solutions that help researchers enhance the validity and reliability of their studies.” According to the statement, as the only tool of its kind on the market, aZign™ helps animal researchers save time and money by allocating pens with even distribution while ensuring the desired power for quality research results. By reducing variability in study groups, enhancing statistical power, and improving experimental design, aZign™ enables researchers to achieve more reliable and reproducible outcomes. In an industry where precision and efficiency are critical, aZign™ provides a user-friendly interface that allows stakeholders to navigate complex study designs with confidence. Read more>> Aquatic Life Institute (ALI) published new research, released in the scientific journal Fishes by MDPI, that establishes an undeniable, intrinsic connection between animal health and animal welfare, asserting that the two concepts are complementary, yet distinct pillars for sustainable aquaculture. Through case studies, the research explores how farms and companies implementing welfare-forward strategies have shown measurable improvements in animal health, operational efficiency, environmental impact, and product quality. The article, entitled “Harmonizing Animal Health and Welfare in Modern Aquaculture/Innovative Practices for a Sustainable Seafood Industry”, authored by Tessa Gonzalez, Head of Research at ALI, defines animal health as the biological and physiological state of farmed species, while animal welfare encompasses their overall quality of life, including mental and behavioral well-being. The research within shows that prioritizing animal welfare is not just an ethical obligation, but a pathway to improved industry practices, public health, and environmental sustainability, and better business. “By prioritizing practices that consider the more positive aspects of individual experience and welfare, we not only meet an ethical imperative, but we also unlock advancements in industry standards, public health, and environmental sustainability—celebrating innovators who lead the charge toward a more responsible future,” said Gonzalez. “This first edition marks the beginning of our journey, and we invite companies to collaborate with us as we grow this collection together.” Read more>> Animistic launches aZign, new tool for researchers New Research: Animal health and welfare is future of sustainable aquaculture
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