Nick Souter, Author at Faunalytics

Mar 2 2023 | Nick Souter

When Will People Justify Pain In Animal Testing?

Justifications of pain and distress in animal research are largely affected by the purpose of testing and the species of subjects. READ MORE

Jan 24 2023 | Nick Souter

Biases In AI Might Hurt Farmed Animals

Artificial intelligence can reinforce cultural biases. This article considers how it might support speciesism, contributing to animal oppression. READ MORE

Jan 3 2023 | Nick Souter

Managing Rat Populations With Birth Control

Rat poisons cause slow and painful deaths. Chemicals that reduce fertility in rats may decrease populations without causing suffering. READ MORE

Nov 25 2022 | Nick Souter

Acceptance Of Meat Alternatives In Kenya, Egypt, And Nigeria

Some African countries are experiencing increases in protein demand in the form of conventional meat consumption. Could plant-based and cultivated meats provide viable alternatives? READ MORE

Nov 14 2022 | Nick Souter

The Mental Endurance Of Bumblebees

Bumblebees are willing to endure pain for a reward – but only when it’s worth it. This suggests a capacity to feel pain, similar to mammals. READ MORE

Nov 10 2022 | Nick Souter

Nudging Consumers With Green Defaults

Presenting meat-free or reduced-meat “default” food options can reduce meat consumption. This review considers whether and why this approach might work. READ MORE

Aug 9 2022 | Nick Souter

Calculating The Social Costs Of Animal Agriculture

When thinking about the effects of animal farming on society, the costs of animal suffering may be far larger than the costs of environmental damage. READ MORE

Jun 14 2022 | Nick Souter

Should We Genetically Engineer Coral?

Genetically engineered, heat-resistant coral has the potential to help maintain the Great Barrier Reef. The public supports its use but there are concerns worth addressing. READ MORE

May 30 2022 | Nick Souter

The Environmental Impact Of China’s Food Demand

China’s demand for animal products is growing. Over the next several decades this may have large, negative environmental effects on China and its overseas trade partners. READ MORE

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Nick Souter

When Will People Justify Pain In Animal Testing?

Biases In AI Might Hurt Farmed Animals

Managing Rat Populations With Birth Control

Acceptance Of Meat Alternatives In Kenya, Egypt, And Nigeria

The Mental Endurance Of Bumblebees

Nudging Consumers With Green Defaults

Calculating The Social Costs Of Animal Agriculture

Should We Genetically Engineer Coral?

The Environmental Impact Of China’s Food Demand

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