Anna Ratuski

Hello! 

My name is Anna Ratuski and I am an animal welfare scientist. In April 2023, I completed my PhD in the Animal Welfare Program at the University of British Columbia, under the supervision of Professor Dan Weary. 

I study laboratory animal behaviour and welfare. I am particularly interested in practical strategies to improve the lives of animals in captivity. My doctoral research focused on environmental enrichment approaches for rodents housed in laboratories.

I am also passionate about teaching and research mentorship.

I am currently a Postdoctoral Scholar at Stanford University in the department of Comparative Medicine, working under the supervision of Professor Joseph Garner.  I promote 3Rs initiatives and conduct research on laboratory mouse welfare, working with students in the Master of Laboratory Animal Science program.