Comprehensive Preclinical and Translational Animal Model Expertise
Southern Research delivers comprehensive animal studies supporting discovery through development. With expertise in translational models, traditional PK studies, and extensive capabilities for higher-order animals, we offer flexible and ethical preclinical solutions tailored to accelerate your drug discovery and regulatory submission processes.

What Sets Us Apart:
Development of Novel Animal Models
Expert development and establishment of novel animal models for emerging infectious diseases and viruses, including higher-order species under GLP and Non-GLP conditions.

Preclinical Studies & Regulatory Support
Conducting comprehensive preclinical toxicology and pharmacokinetic (PK) studies, including specialized higher-order animal studies compliant with FDA Animal Rule regulations.

Virus and Pathogen Expertise
Extensive expertise in establishing natural history and control data for infectious diseases, including comprehensive virus lists and data to support animal model efficacy and validation.

Accredited Animal Care & Ethical Sourcing
Our experienced veterinary team and accredited lab facilities emphasize ethical sourcing, rigorous vendor certification, and superior animal welfare practices.

Alternative & Non-Animal Models
Committed to developing and supporting alternative methods (NAM), including advanced cell-based assays, organoids, and in vitro studies to complement or replace traditional animal studies.

Your Partner for Comprehensive Preclinical Animal Research
Southern Researchโs extensive experience in preclinical animal studies positions us as your trusted partner from early discovery through late-stage development. Our ethical standards, regulatory knowledge, and specialized capabilities ensure reliable data to support successful drug and therapeutic development programs.

Specialized BSL-3 Capabilities
Safely execute high-risk infectious disease studies in specialized BSL-3 facilities, compliant with FDA Animal Rule regulations for non-human primate and other critical models.

Extensive Routes of Administration
Offering diverse and customizable routes of administration, including complex or specialized challenges, tailored to your specific preclinical research needs.
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