Elena Schaller, Author at Faunalytics

Putting Animals First To Improve Science

Poor animal welfare in classic research studies brings their results into question. How do we cite this research and prevent future studies from making the same mistakes? READ MORE

Why Do Some Environmentalists Keep Eating Meat?

Why do people who care about the environment continue to eat meat? This timely study considers the question using a unique interview approach. READ MORE

Media Bias And “Invasive” Species

The management of non-native animals often exists in complex social and political contexts. This case study from Madrid explores the role that journalists play in framing public opinions. READ MORE

The Outdated Reliance On Animal Data

“Animal-reliance bias” occurs when researchers are asked to “validate” their results with animal-based data—even if it lacks scientific justification and violates ethical principles. READ MORE

Is Plant-Based Meat Healthier Than Animal Meat?

As plant-based alternatives grow in popularity, can we be sure that they are better for human and environmental health? READ MORE

Does Our Personality Predict Our Compassion?

People vary in their compassion for animals, partly due to differences in personality. If we took a deeper look into someone's personality and its connection to animals, what would we [...] READ MORE

The End Of Bear Farming In Vietnam

Commercial bear bile farming is sometimes positioned as good for conservation by controlling the source of product. Will closing bear farms in Vietnam put increased pressure on wild bear populations? READ MORE

A Targeted Approach To Turn Your Friends Vegan

Many unique barriers prevent people from making the switch to veg*nism. This article uses behavior change research to explore how to overcome challenges at each stage of the meat reduction [...] READ MORE

What Messaging Makes People Oppose Animal Farming?

Evidence suggests that educating the public about animal welfare reforms encourages changes in diet, but it is unclear whether it also affects their attitudes toward animal farming as a whole. READ MORE

Putting Animals First To Improve Science

Why Do Some Environmentalists Keep Eating Meat?

Media Bias And “Invasive” Species

The Outdated Reliance On Animal Data

Is Plant-Based Meat Healthier Than Animal Meat?

Does Our Personality Predict Our Compassion?

The End Of Bear Farming In Vietnam

A Targeted Approach To Turn Your Friends Vegan

What Messaging Makes People Oppose Animal Farming?

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Putting Animals First To Improve Science

Why Do Some Environmentalists Keep Eating Meat?

Media Bias And “Invasive” Species

The Outdated Reliance On Animal Data

Is Plant-Based Meat Healthier Than Animal Meat?

Does Our Personality Predict Our Compassion?

The End Of Bear Farming In Vietnam

A Targeted Approach To Turn Your Friends Vegan

What Messaging Makes People Oppose Animal Farming?

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