ISTT Purpose

The purpose of the International Society for Transgenic Technologies is to:

• Advance the science and technologies used in the generation and analysis of transgenic animal models for biomedical research and biotechnology application.
• Support scientific research, education, and training pertinent to the field of animal transgenesis.
• Provide the organizational framework for a scientific society that includes academic, industry and/or government scientists, students and technical specialists as well as other persons with an interest in the field of animal transgenesis.
• Provide a communication and knowledge exchange platform that brings together scientists from academia and industry, as well as research technology experts.
• Organize a periodic international scientific conference entitled the “Transgenic Technology Meeting”.
• Participate in national and international conferences, seminars and workshops related to animal transgenesis.
• Publish informational bulletins, abstracts, monographs, books, protocols, and other specialized texts related to the field of animal model transgenesis.
• Organize and promote courses, seminars and other educational activities to provide training in transgenic animal technologies.
• Associate with other national and international societies with similar aims.
• Provide expert information to the general public regarding the benefits associated with the use and application of transgenic technologies in animals.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to local, national and international bodies regarding scientific, technical, or other aspects of animal transgenesis.