Mona Zahir, Author at Faunalytics

Oct 17 2025 | Mona Zahir

How Sydney’s Small Plant-Based Businesses Quietly Promote Veganism

Small plant-based restaurants are the unsung heroes of Sydney’s vegan movement, providing oases of ethical ideals and sensory bliss. This study explores their strategies and challenges. READ MORE

Jul 17 2025 | Mona Zahir

Plant-Based Cheese: The Case Of The Missing Protein

What will it take for plant-based cheese to live up to its full potential? It turns out that smart combinations of plant-based protein sources and fermentation techniques go a long way. READ MORE

May 6 2025 | Mona Zahir

U.K. Politicians Hesitate To Show Off Low-Carbon Behaviors

Political leaders are in a unique position to model low-carbon behaviors in their own lifestyles. Yet, for some, fear of public criticism — especially in the media — holds them back. READ MORE

Mar 3 2025 | Mona Zahir

Both Democratic And Republican Voters Favor Politicians Who Support Animal Protection

Politicians rarely address the connection between meat and climate change. Are fears of voter backlash justified? READ MORE

Dec 20 2024 | Mona Zahir

Using Social Media To Call Out Animal Exploitation

Focusing on the Melbourne Cup, Australia’s leading horse racing event, researchers explore the nature of online activism. READ MORE

Nov 22 2024 | Mona Zahir

Kids Don’t Know They’re Eating Animals

Eating habits are harder to change as we age. Would making the meat-animal connection earlier in life help with the adoption of plant-based diets? READ MORE

Jul 22 2024 | Mona Zahir

The Effects Of Political Polarization On E.U. Citizens’ Attitudes Towards Meat Reduction

Support for climate-friendly agriculture and diets is polarized among E.U. citizens — what does that mean for meat reduction efforts? READ MORE

May 24 2024 | Mona Zahir

Empathy For Animals Does Not Have To Be Zero-Sum

In a psychological experiment, researchers show that humans are more willing to show empathy towards animals if it is not presented as a zero-sum choice. READ MORE

Mar 27 2024 | Mona Zahir

They Vs. It: The Pronouns We Use For Animals

When referring to a singular animal whose sex is unknown, do people use the pronoun “it” or “they?” This author explores the use of singular “they” in the English language and how it’s applied to animals. READ MORE

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