One Welfare
At Bioculture, we believe that animal welfare, human wellbeing, and environmental health are inseparable.
Our One Welfare framework ensures that every aspect of our operations — from breeding to research — reflects compassion, integrity, and sustainable responsibility.
Our Research Approach
Definition & Philosophy
One Welfare is a global concept recognizing the interconnectedness of animal welfare, human wellbeing, and the environment.
It complements the “One Health” approach by emphasizing that the ethical treatment of animals and the protection of ecosystems directly improve human health and scientific integrity.
Bioculture’s Perspective
Since its founding in Mauritius, Bioculture has embodied this philosophy — proving that world-class biomedical research can be achieved without compromising care, ethics, or environmental stewardship.
For Bioculture, One Welfare is more than a policy; it’s the moral compass that guides our daily actions, scientific decisions, and long-term commitments.
Why It Matters
- By embedding welfare into research, we ensure:
- Better Science: Healthier, well-cared-for animals yield more accurate, reproducible data.
- Stronger Communities: Empowered, safe employees and communities benefit from our presence.
- Healthier Environments: Sustainable operations protect the ecosystems we depend on.
Our One Welfare Approach
From Animal welfare to Medical breakthroughs
Bioculture Group 3
Bioculture Group is a vertically integrated life sciences organization dedicated to bridging ethical animal care, advanced biomedical research, and global collaboration. Founded in Mauritius in 1985, we have expanded our footprint across the United States through a portfolio of companies that support the entire preclinical value chain.
Bioculture Group 2
Bioculture Group is a vertically integrated life sciences organization dedicated to bridging ethical animal care, advanced biomedical research, and global collaboration. Founded in Mauritius in 1985, we have expanded our footprint across the United States through a portfolio of companies that support the entire preclinical value chain.
Bioculture Group
Bioculture Group is a vertically integrated life sciences organization dedicated to bridging ethical animal care, advanced biomedical research, and global collaboration. Founded in 1985 as a family business, we have expanded our footprint across the United States through a portfolio of companies that contribute to medical breakthroughs across the biomedical research value chain
Bioculture’s origins lie at the unique intersection of biodiversity and biomedical research. Recognizing that monkeys, an introduced species to Mauritius, constituted a threat to the endemic and endogenous biodiversity of the island, founders Mary-Ann and Owen Griffiths saw an opportunity to transform a challenge into a resource. Mary-Ann, a Mauritian microbiologist, and Owen, an Australian zoologist with a passion for conservation, drew on their collective expertise to set up the island’s first breeding facility.
Animal Welfare
All Bioculture facilities operate under internationally recognized animal care guidelines, including AAALAC International, USDA, CDC, and OLAW standards. We uphold the 3Rs Principle — Replacement, Reduction, Refinement — to minimize animal use and maximize humane outcomes.
Our work bridges two worlds: the natural environment that sustains life and the scientific pursuit that saves it. Every research model we supply and every study we support is grounded in respect for ecological balance and animal welfare.
Family leadership and corporate governance ensure long-term stability, reinvestment, and innovation. From small beginnings, Bioculture has become a multinational partner to leading pharmaceutical and academic institutions.
“Bioculture Group represents the intersection of ethical animal science and human medical progress.”
— Reuters Global Health Campaign Feature
Human Wellbeing
Our employees are central to the One Welfare framework.
Bioculture provides fair wages, training, and professional growth opportunities for all staff, prioritizing diversity, inclusion, and career development.
Through Bioculture Cares, we support medical clinics, wellness initiatives, and educational outreach for local communities in Mauritius and the U.S.
- Occupational health and safety programs audited regularly.
- Protective equipment and ergonomic facility design to reduce workplace risk.
- Psychological support and wellbeing sessions for animal care staff.
