On September 1, the National University of Pharmacy, in preparation for the 100th anniversary, hosted the grand opening of the sculptural composition “The Phenomenon of Health Sciences”.
Many scientific discoveries, especially in pharmacy and medicine, are based on the results of experiments involving laboratory animals. Such help is needed to create effective ways to treat and restore people’s health and quality of life.
Rector of the National University of Pharmacy Alla Kotvitska greeted the audience, noting that this sculptural composition, which symbolizes the gratitude of mankind to laboratory animals for their contribution to scientific discoveries, was the first in Ukraine.
“Laboratory animals have been ideal helpers for scientists for many decades. Today, the scientific community is rethinking approaches to research, beginning to apply the latest technologies: bioengineering, three-dimensional modeling, cell cultures.
The sculptural composition is made of bronze, is 3.5 meters high, mounted on a marble pedestal.