"Sind Tierversuche wirklich alternativlos?"

In the latest episode of the Hörsaal podcast by Deutschlandfunk Nova, Peter Loskill discusses modern alternatives to animal testing and paints a picture of biomedical research that combines responsibility and innovation.

Peter Loskill works at the intersection of biology, engineering, and medicine. He is Professor for Organ-on-Chip Systems at the University of Tübingen and the NMI Natural and Medical Sciences Institute. As Director of the 3R-Center Tübingen, he advocates rethinking animal experiments according to the “Replace, Reduce, Refine” (3R) principle. At the same time, he leads the µOrganoLab, which develops innovative Organ-on-Chip systems – miniaturized models of human tissues or organs in the lab.

Other guests include Rachel Lippert, head of the Junior Research Group Neuronal Circuits at the German Institute of Human Nutrition Potsdam-Rehbrücke, and Louise von Stechow, bioscientist, science communication expert, consultant, and innovation scout for the pharma, biotechnology, and medical technology sectors.

Together with hosts Amna Franzke (DIE ZEIT) and Rahel Klein (Deutschlandfunk Nova), they discuss how closely simulated organ structures can mimic reality, future technologies, and the courage it takes to make bold decisions in research.

The podcast offers fascinating insights into how contemporary research is conducted — with a strong focus on safety, translational potential, and ethical responsibility.

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