Animals Used in Science

Research about animals used for “scientific” purposes including medical and cosmetic testing, dissection, and alternatives.

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Laboratory Rodents Deserve Better Than Improvised Killing Methods

Jul 16 2026 Meghann Cant

Cervical dislocation is the most common killing method for mice and rats in U.K. laboratories. Yet it’s applied inconsistently, often with improvised tools, raising serious animal welfare concerns. READ MORE

Laboratory Rodents Deserve Better Than Improvised Killing Methods

Jul 16 2026 Meghann Cant

In the Spotlight

Oct 24 2009 | Faunalytics

Statistics Reveal 42% Rise In Scotland’s Animal Experiments

In 2008, researchers in Scotland conducted 555,567 experiments on 544,949 animals, representing a 42% increase in experiments over 2007; Scotland makes up 14% of Britain's total animal experiments. READ MORE

Oct 20 2009 | Faunalytics

Should The AWA Cover Rats, Mice, And Birds?

There is almost universal support to increase the coverage of AWA, with females wanting more animal categories to be covered then men. READ MORE

Oct 15 2009 | Faunalytics

Chimpanzee Use In Human Cancer Research

This paper find that chimpanzees are poor subjects for human cancer research and find that most papers involving chimpanzee research were not cited or had results not relevant to human medicine. READ MORE

Oct 9 2009 | Faunalytics

The Supply And Use Of Dogs And Cats In Higher Education

A study of dogs and cats inside of higher education has found that schools have been engaging in harmful misuse of live dogs and cats, including breaking Animal Welfare Act laws. READ MORE

Sep 26 2009 | Faunalytics

Developmental Context Effects On Bicultural Post-Trauma Self Repair In Chimpanzees

This study examined the differences between chimpanzees from different backgrounds, who can self-repair themselves after significant childhood trauma. READ MORE

Aug 25 2009 | Faunalytics

Animal Productivity And Genetic Diversity: Cloned And Transgenic Animals

A paper addressing cloning animals for breeding and food consumption, disease resistance in transgenic animals, and the use of transgenics for improved food quality, decreased environmental impact, and increased efficiency. READ MORE

Aug 24 2009 | Faunalytics

Chinese Students’ Attitudes Toward Treatment Of Animals

The study below outlines responses that Chinese university students have towards the treatment of animals. Overall Chinese students were positive towards animal welfare initiatives. READ MORE