1. JAEAT Annual Meeting
2. 56th Anniversary Session
3. Symposium
4. Workshop, Zadankai and Educational lecture
5. General presentation Oral / Poster
6. Luncheon seminar, Hospitality room
7．Well-being Hiroba

1. JAEAT Annual Meeting

The 56th annual meeting of Japanese Association for Experimental Animal Technologists

Date	October 14, 13：00-15：00
Venue	Room A (Grand hall, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)

2. 56th Anniversary Session

Anniversary Lecture of the 56th annual meeting

Date	October 14, 10：40-11：40
Venue	Room A (Grand hall, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	Engineering Ethics 2.0: Ethical Attributes of Technologists Science and technology create new "values" and have a great impact on society and the environment. As 'doers' who practice technology, Technologists have a special responsibility to society. While there are various ways of thinking about ethics, each laboratory animal engineer must have an "ethics" that guides his work. This session was planned with the expectation that Technologists of experimental animals would consider the "ethical qualities" necessary to carry out their duties, as well as their social involvement. Speaker; 　Jun Fudano (Center for Higher Education Studies, Waseda University) Chairperson; 　Tsunekata Ito (Institute for Medical Science Research, 　　　　　　　　 Yamagata University Faculty of Medicine )

Anniversary Symposium of the 56th annual meeting

Date	October 15, 9：50-11：50
Venue	Room A (Grand hall, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	Experience the world's experimental animal facilities On one hand, the activities among Experimental Animal Technologists may not differ much around the world. On the other hand, the practical techniques, equipment, and systems may actually differ widely due to the influence of the local climate, culture, religion, administration, economy, historic practices, and distribution. So, the question addressed in this symposium is “Are there differences in our practice and, if so, what are they? In this symposium, we invited technologists involved in facility management from 4 countries (USA, Thailand, Taiwan, and Japan) to determine what, if any, differences exist. In addition, we will present the actual conditions of each country for multiple items such as facilities, breeding, microbiological control, and reproductive engineering for comparison and analysis. We invite you to reflect on the information you obtain from this symposium in relation to your daily work and evaluate how it impacts your way of thinking as a Technologist. Speaker; 　Tomoo Eto (Chairman, 56th JAEAT Annual Meeting / CIEA) 　Akiko Takizawa (GSPMC, Physiology, Medical College of Wisconsin) 　Panida Butrat (National Laboratory Animal Center, Mahidol University) 　Hsiao-hui, Joyce, Chang (National Laboratory Animal Center, 　　　　　　　　　　　　　 National Applied Research Laboratories, Taiwan) 　Masashi Matsuda (Center for Integrative Medical Sciences, RIKEN) Chairperson; 　Kazuo Goto (Faculty of Medical Technology, Teikyo University) 　Riichi Takahashi (Central Institute for Experimental Animals)

3. Symposium

Symposium ⅠLaboratory animal welfare Department (Kanto branch, JAEAT)

Date	October 13, 14：30-17：00
Venue	Hall, M Wing (Matsumoto-city Central Community Center)
Summary	Thinking SDGs of Laboratory Animal Welfare World-wide awareness, The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are being promoted by 2030. In this symposium, we will talk about the understanding of SDGs that can be considered by laboratory animal technologists, the points of contact between laboratory animals and SDGs, their reality, and Furthermore, from the perspective of laboratory animal welfare, we invited various teachers to discuss the latest topics related to laboratory animal welfare, such as how to incorporate them into animal experiments, their ideas, and the appearance of animal experiments that will lead to the future. we want to provide it. Speaker; 　Shinichi Kamijo (LifeWILL Co.) 　Yutaka Takagi (LifeWILL Co.) 　Yoshifumi Sekiguchi (Atsugi Breeding Center, The Jackson Laboratory Japan, Inc.) 　Hronari Koyama (KAC Co., Ltd.) 　Yoh-ichi Tagawa (School of Life Science and Technology, 　　　　　　　　　 Tokyo Institute of Technology) Chairperson; 　Kyoko Shioya (National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center) 　Megumi Kato (Kanto branch, JAEAT)

Symposium Ⅱ

Date	October 14, 9：00-10：30
Venue	Room B (International conference room, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	To Develop Technologists by Technologists As the principles of animal welfare and the 3Rs spread and animal experiments Themself tend to be reduced, more advanced and refined technology for animal experiments is required. I wondered if we, as technologists, are not merely relying on our own experience and technical skills to educate new young technicians. This symposium aims to provide an opportunity to consider what we, technologists, should think about and act on, in order to develop technologists who have acquired skills through the process of introducing education for beginners and skill improvement into technologists who have further improved their skills. The symposiasts are all active in a variety of scientific fields and are constantly seeking new approaches. We hope that this symposium will provide an opportunity to examine "training/development" from as many different perspectives as possible, and to help for growing up good technologists. Speaker; 　Shizuko Nagao (Advanced Medical Research Center for Animal Model of Human 　　　　　　　　　Diseases, Fujita Health University) 　Masanori Nakamura (Quality Control, Carna Biosciences, Inc.) 　Megumi Hiruta (JAC, Inc.) 　Shinya Wakamatsu (Drug Safety Research Laboratories, 　　　　　　　　　　　Shin Nippon Biomedical Laboratories, Ltd.) 　Taku Masuyama (Toxicology Research Laboratories, 　　　　　　　　　 Central Pharmaceutical Research Institute, Japan Tobacco Inc.) Chairperson; 　Taku Masuyama (Toxicology Research Laboratories, 　　　　　　　　　 Central Pharmaceutical Research Institute, Japan Tobacco Inc.)

Symposium ⅢCo-organized; Japanese Society for Laboratory Animals and the Environment

Date	October 15, 13：10-15：10
Venue	Room A (Grand hall, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	Infection control technologies and hygiene managements in experimental animal facilities In an era of the predictable global pandemic of COVID-19, the world around us has drastically changed from the past, and we are expected to act in a certain commonsensical procedure. However, the environment for experimental animals has not changed at all, and it is our mission to maintain within a certain range. Mouse hepatitis virus (MHV), a specific pathogen in multiple institutions, belongs to the same Coronaviridae family as the human novel coronavirus. MHV has not yet been eradicated, but it has been protected from infection , or it has been eliminated from many experimental animal facilities. At this symposium, we as a Technologists, must develop an adequate understanding of the pathogens we may encounter, and review and consider about technologies and hygiene management methods to prevent these infectious diseases. Furthermore, we would like to talk about the basic knowledge of infectious diseases in laboratory animals, the detection technology focusing on examination techniques, and the hygiene management of facilities. Subsequently, we would be honored that this symposium will be a session to discuss about new procedures and methods that will also leads to animal welfare. Speaker; 　Azusa Yamada (RABICS,LTD.) 　Nami Dezaki (Tokyo Metropolitan Geriatric Medical Center) 　Junko Kashimoto (Taisho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.) 　Yoshihiro Noda (Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology) Chairperson; 　Yoshihiro Noda (Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology) 　Azusa Yamada (RABICS,LTD.)

Symposium ⅣCo-organized; Japanese Association for Laboratory Animal Science

Date	October 15, 14：05-16：05
Venue	Room B (International conference room, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	Learning ethology of the mouse Thinking about the future of animal experiments from mouse behavior analysis research： Compared to in vitro evaluations using cultured cells or organoids, in vivo evaluations using individual organisms have far greater diversity inherent in living organisms. For example, our understanding of sensation, perception, emotion, learning, memory, and sociality derive from behavioral observation and evaluation of animals. In this symposium, we will learn various experimental models and their evaluation methods from three researchers whose research focused on mouse behavior analysis. In addition, we will introduce supporting technologists providing for these studies. Speaker; 　Tsuyoshi Koide (National Institute of Genetics) 　Toshikuni Sasaoka (Brain Research Institute, Niigata University) 　Taichi Yamamoto (Central Institute for Experimental Animals) Chairperson; 　Toshikuni Sasaoka (Brain Research Institute, Niigata University) 　Riichi Takahashi (Central Institute for Experimental Animals)

4．Workshop, Zadankai and Educational lecture

Workshop ⅠCo-organized by SHAPE-Japan / Medium animal Department (Kanto branch, JAEAT)

Date	October 14, 15：10-17：10
Venue	Room A (Grand hall, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	How should we evaluate the responses of laboratory animals to environmental enrichment? -Learning from behavioral studies of zoo animals and farm animals- Environmental enrichment is now recognized as an essential element in raising laboratory animals, and objectively capturing and appropriately evaluating animal reactions to an enriched environment will lead to continuous improvements in animal husbandry. Various indicators are used to evaluate animal welfare, and among them, behavioral indicators are familiar to technologists and deepen their understanding. Let's learn about the emotions and behavioral characteristics of animals by referring to various cases and think about how we should understand the responses of laboratory animals to enrichment to further improve our animal husbandry practices. Speaker; 　Yumi Yamanashi (Center for Research and Education of Wildlife, Kyoto City Zoo) 　Akitsu Tozawa (Department of Animal Sciences, Teikyo University of Science) Chairperson; 　Naoko Hashimoto (Center for the Evolutionary Origins of Human Behavior, Kyoto University) 　Sayaka Ooba (Kanto branch, JAEAT / Business Promotion Dept., CLEA Japan, Inc.)

Workshop ⅡREG Department (Kanto branch, JAEAT)

Date	October 14, 15：10-16：40
Venue	Room B (International conference room, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	The 21th REG Special Meeting In this workshop, we picked up two "technologies" that are powerful tools for animal testing and that stimulate our curiosity. One is "genome editing", which is becoming more familiar with applications other than experimental animals, and the other is "transparency of animal tissues", which not only contributes greatly to research but also has a visual impact. Let's deepen our understanding of these “technologies”. Speaker; 　Kazuki Tainaka (Brain Research Institute, Niigata University) 　Waki Matsunaga (Science writer) Chairperson; 　Yusuke Sotomaru (Natural science center for Basic research and development, 　　　　　　　　　　 Hiroshima university) 　Rei-ichiro Ohno (Kanto branch, JAEAT / The University of Tokyo Hospital)

Workshop ⅢMicrobiological Control Workshop group (Kanto branch, JAEAT)

Date	October 14, 15：10-16：40
Venue	Room C (Conference room 1, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	From the forefront of microbiological monitoring in mice and rats Currently, in Japan, a supply system for microbiologically quality-controlled experimental animals has been established, and opportunities to see animals exhibiting abnormal symptoms caused by infectious diseases are extremely rare. However, the occurrence of subclinical infections in experimental animal facilities is still observed, albeit at a lower frequency. Furthermore, in recent years, animals with severe immunodeficiency, such as NOG mice, have been developed, and congenitally immunocompromised animals are widely used for research. Currently, it can be said that the need for microbial monitoring is increasing. In this presentation, I would like to answer the questions about microbial monitoring that were sent to the ICLAS Monitoring Center, using case examples. Speaker; 　Nobuhito Hayashimoto (ICLAS Monitoring Center, 　　　　　　　　　　 　 　Central Institute for Experimental Animals) 　Masahiko Yasuda (Pathology Center, Central Institute for Experimental Animals) Chairperson; 　Shuhei Fujisawa (Kanto branch, JAEAT / Natsume Seisakusho Co., Ltd.)

Zadankai*Basic experimental technique workshop group (Kanto branch, JAEAT)

Date	October 14, 15：10-17：10
Venue	Room D (Conference room 2, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	Let's think about our future together -What makes a successful Experimental Animal Technologist?- Hello, we are instructors at the Basic Experimental Technique workshop held by JAEAT-Kanto every year. This Zadankai* consists of 2 parts. In Part 1, we will reflect on the JAEAT-Kanto workshop using video materials from the workshop. First, we will introduce the optimal strategies for mouse-centered procedures (acclimatization, retention, administration, blood collection, dissection) and the principles and rationale underlying the success of these procedures. Next, we will introduce the problems with the current procedures on the basis of our experience. In Part 2, we invite you to relax and participate in a group discussion of the topics presented in the first part. Now, together as Technologists, let's contemplate and plan our aims for the future! 　　　　　　　　*Zadankai: An ancient Japanese expression to sit in a circle and 　　　　　　　　　　　　　 discuss. Synonymous with round-table discussion. Speaker; 　Yoshikazu Nezu (Shinagawa R&D Center, Daiichi Sankyo Co., Ltd.) 　Aki Kubota (Laboratory Animal Testing Dept., LifeWILL Co.) 　Hideyuki Takahashi (National Center for Global Health and Medicine) 　Hiroshi Shizuno (The Jackson Laboratory Japan, Inc.) 　Mitsugu Hirano (Sagami Research Laboratories, Wakamoto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.) 　Katsuko Naitou (Medical Science College Office, Tokai University) Chairperson; 　Tsubasa Nagasawa (Kanto branch, JAEAT / Animal Care, Inc.)

Educational lectureJapanease College of Laboratory Animal Medicine

Date	October 15, 13：10-14：00
Venue	Room B (International conference room, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	Brief overview of AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals: 2020 Edition American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and Japanese College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (JCLAM) have signed “Agreement for Translation of AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals: 2020 Edition” (the Guidelines) and published the Japanese version of the guideline. The Guidelines set criteria for euthanasia, specify appropriate euthanasia methods and agents, and are intended to assist veterinarians in their exercise of professional judgment. Apart from delineating appropriate methods and agents, the Guidelines also recognize the importance of considering and applying appropriate pre-euthanasia (eg, sedation) and animal handling practices, as well as attention to disposal of animals’ remains. Since 1963 the AVMA has convened a POE to evaluate methods and potential methods of euthanasia for the purpose of creating guidelines for veterinarians who carry out or oversee the euthanasia of animals. The 2020 iteration of the Guidelines constitutes the ninth edition of the POE’s report. This seminar will provide an overview of the Guideline, focusing some of the more significant changes. Speaker; 　Jun Asano (Joint Graduate School of Veterinary Medicine, Kagoshima University) 　Ryo Takai (CHUGAI PHARMACEUTICAL CO.LTD)

5．General presentation Oral / Poster

For the purpose of experimental animals or animal experimentation, we solicited topics on breeding management, breeding management, experimental animal facilities, microbial control, breeding, reproduction, genetic control, reproductive engineering, genetic modification, experimental techniques, anesthesia, alternative methods, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, safety, pathology, model animals, ethics, equipment and animal welfare.

Oral presentation

Date	October 14, 9：00-10：10 Room A (Grand hall, KISSEI BUNKA HALL) 16：45-17：15 Room B (International conference room, KISSEI BUNKA HALL) 9：00-10：30 Room C (Conference room 1, KISSEI BUNKA HALL) 16：45-17：15 Room C (Conference room 1, KISSEI BUNKA HALL) 9：00-10：30 Room D (Conference room 2, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Venue	Room A (Grand hall, KISSEI BUNKA HALL) Room B (International conference room, KISSEI BUNKA HALL) Room C (Conference room 1, KISSEI BUNKA HALL) Room D (Conference room 2, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)

Poster presentation

Date	Disply; October 14, 11：00-October 15, 12：00 Discussion; October 15, 8：35-9：35
Venue	Medium hall (KISSEI BUNKA HALL)

6．Luncheon seminar, Hospitality room

Luncheon Seminar ⅠThe Jackson Laboratory Japan, Inc.

Date	October 14, 11：50-12：50
Venue	Room B (International conference room, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	Result of a feasibility study of environmental PCR testing In recent years, microbial monitoring methods that do not require sentinel animals, such as direct sampling from research animals or Environmental PCR test using dust in the environment are gaining attention. However, the dust sampling method needs to be carefully considered for each facility, since the locations to be sampled vary depending on the type of rack used and air flow in the room. For future reference, the experimental PCR tests that we have conducted in various facilities will be discussed. Speaker; 　Norihisa Sako (Monitoring Center, The Jackson Laboratory Japan, Inc.) Chairperson; 　Shigeri Maruyama (Production Department, The Jackson Laboratory Japan, Inc.)

Luncheon Seminar ⅡNatsume Seisakusho Co., Ltd.

Date	October 15, 12：00-13：00
Venue	Room B (International conference room, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	Think of human resource development with attitude of being close to trainees “Human resource development that is attentive to people" means not one-way explanations, but rather to put oneself in the participants' shoes, clarify the objectives of the course, and have them look back and consolidate the whole by recognizing [INPUT] through lectures, observing and experiencing while thinking [THINK] during practical training, and then presenting [OUTPUT] what they have understood to others. The training is designed to provide participants with a broad range of information on animal husbandry as technicians. During the training, participants experienced a wide range of tasks related to breeding management as technicians. Next, the trainees experienced the equipment from the user's point of view by putting themselves in the position of an experimenter, actually touching the animals, and using the equipment handled by the company. Finally, they discussed the whole process, presented their findings to their colleagues, and exchanged opinions. In this process, the level of understanding of the participants was measured, and further understanding was established by adding explanations that were necessary for each individual participant. We would like to continue to communicate that the concept of "thinking together" leads to thinking that is both animal-friendly and human-friendly, and contributes to the appropriate implementation of animal experiments. This training was conducted under an academic guidance agreement between Natsume Seisakusho Co. Ltd. Speaker; 　Yoshihiro Noda (Animal Facility, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology)

Luncheon Seminar ⅢARK Resource Co., Ltd.

Date	October 15, 12：00-13：00
Venue	Room C (Conference room 1, KISSEI BUNKA HALL)
Summary	Introduction and examples of breeding management using AI-based calving reporting system, ARK CheckerRRodent Monitor (Birth) Speaker; 　Yusuke Sakai (Institute of Animal Experimentation, Kurume University School of Medicine) 　Toshiaki Kawabe (ARK Resource Co., Ltd.)

Hospitality roomNatsume Seisakusho Co., Ltd.

Date	October 14, 8：00-October 15, 16：00
Venue	Conference room 3, KISSEI BUNKA HALL
Summary	Natsume Seisakusho's Hospitality Room We will provide a space where you can meet and talk with us directly under the theme of "HOW to use the equipment. Please talk to us about the equipment you use every day! This is the first time in three years that we are holding this event locally! We will be waiting for you with delicious beverages! ＜Exhibits＞ Surgical Dissection Equipment Electric hair clippers Inhalation Anesthesia Equipment NARCOBIT-E (Type II) Intratracheal Spray　-　NATSUME SPRAYER NATSUME RAT (renewed!), a rat model for animal experiment technique training

7．Well-being Hiroba

Well-being Hiroba

Date	October 14, 8：00-October 15, 12：00
Venue	Foyer , First floor , KISSEI BUNKA HALL
Summary	What’s new? ! ＠ ”Well-being Hiroba”! ! “Well-being Hiroba” was an open cafe mainly to exchanged information about the welfare of experimental animals. However, in the questionnaire at the event held by the theme of "how to convey animal experiments?" at Matsuyama, there were many comments such as, "I found out that there are people who share the same concerns (about animal experiments)." For this reason, this year's event will not only focus on the welfare of experimental animals, but will also evolve into a place to talk about animal experiments in general (a place to discuss animal experiments in general with everyone)! Why don't you share your wisdom and find some kind of an answers for your common troubles in your daily work? Of course, we also accept individual consultations as ever. If you would like to consult with us, please fill out the Google form at the address below with your name, affiliation, and what you would like to discuss. The We will inform you of the date and time when we can discuss together afterwards. https://forms.gle/VVPq5ACJVbKWn7pu6 We are planning to start accepting applications in September. We are waiting for you!