Mrs Mieta Klaasen is a Research Technician at SAMRC/PUDAC, where she has been a dedicated team member since February 2009. She initially specialized in preparing experimental diets and enrichment for animals and has since developed extensive expertise in animal husbandry. Over the years, she has taken on broader responsibilities, including general animal care and maintaining cleanliness standards, contributing significantly to the well-being of the animals and the overall success of research activities.