Matthew O'Shaughnessy, Author at Faunalytics

What’s Next For The Vegan Materials Industry?

Vegan meat alternatives have exploded in popularity. Could plant-based materials do the same and make an impact in the fashion industry? READ MORE

Defining Veganism: Practice Or Belief?

This study argues that “veganism” should be defined simply as abstaining from animal products rather than including other values or beliefs. READ MORE

In India, Zoonotic Disease Might Encourage Plant-Based ...

The risk of new diseases might encourage the adoption of plant-based diets, according to a survey conducted in India’s National Capital Region. READ MORE

How Do Veg*ns View Each Other?

A survey finds that veg*ns are largely supportive of each other, but perceive differences based on commitment and motivation for reducing meat consumption. READ MORE

Human-Animal Studies: Past, Present, & Future

In seeking to understand the relationships between humans and animals, the field of Human-Animal Studies provides scientific and social-scientific insight for the animal advocacy movement. READ MORE

What Drives Meat Substitute Hesitancy?

A recent survey explores financial, demographic, and attitudinal factors that drive Swedish consumers’ purchasing decisions on meat substitutes. READ MORE

Allocating The Carbon Footprint Of Leather Production

Carbon taxes can discourage the use of animal products. But how should the large carbon footprint of raising cows be split between meat, milk, and leather? READ MORE

Can Animals Have A Good Life?

A recent review describes what we know about defining and measuring animal happiness, and why it matters. READ MORE

Fast-Growing Chickens: Welfare Concerns & Meat Qua...

So called “broiler” chickens have been bred to grow extremely quickly. But fast-growing chickens not only have worse welfare outcomes, they produce lower quality meat. READ MORE

What’s Next For The Vegan Materials Industry?

Defining Veganism: Practice Or Belief?

In India, Zoonotic Disease Might Encourage Plant-Based ...

What Drives Meat Substitute Hesitancy?

Allocating The Carbon Footprint Of Leather Production

Can Animals Have A Good Life?

Fast-Growing Chickens: Welfare Concerns & Meat Qua...

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What’s Next For The Vegan Materials Industry?

Defining Veganism: Practice Or Belief?

In India, Zoonotic Disease Might Encourage Plant-Based ...

How Do Veg*ns View Each Other?

Human-Animal Studies: Past, Present, & Future

What Drives Meat Substitute Hesitancy?

Allocating The Carbon Footprint Of Leather Production

Can Animals Have A Good Life?

Fast-Growing Chickens: Welfare Concerns & Meat Qua...

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