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Speciesist Bias In Large Language Models

Oct 23 2026 Parvati Nair

AI models can recognize discrimination against animals. But do they think it’s wrong? A study finds that the answer depends on whether the animal is human, farmed, or kept as a companion. READ MORE

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Speciesist Bias In Large Language Models

AI models can recognize discrimination against animals. But do they think it’s wrong? A study finds that the answer depends on whether the animal is human, farmed, or kept as a companion. READ MORE

Oct 23 2026 Parvati Nair

In the Spotlight

Jul 14 2021 | Susan Nance

The Future Of Greyhound Advocacy & Adoption

The dog racing industry in the United States is in serious decline, with few tracks remaining. Advocates and adopters are now looking to Australia and Ireland for their rescue work. READ MORE

Jul 12 2021 | Tiago Pestilla Fabbri

Reforms For A Postzoo Future

The article looks on how welfare science is failing to address animals' needs, and proposes radical reforms to bring zoos closer to an ethical future. READ MORE

Jul 6 2021 | Thyl Moors

Entomology And The Ethical Treatment Of Insects

As science continues to grapple with insect sentience, entomologists should, as a precaution, conduct more ethically appropriate research. This article offers some thoughts on how. READ MORE

Jul 2 2021 | Sara Streeter

Transparency In The Research Community Saves Lives

A lot of research is never published. When these projects involve animals, they may suffer “in vain” if other scientists never learn that the experiments were performed. READ MORE

Jun 28 2021 | Lukas Jasiunas

Social Distancing… Among Vampire Bats?

Researchers find that sick vampire bats in wild colonies become less active socially, until they are healthy again. READ MORE

Jun 25 2021 | Beth Snyder

How Can You Have Any Protein If You Don’t Eat Your Meat?

This meta-analysis explores public attitudes toward alternative protein sources, and the forces that shape those attitudes. READ MORE

Jun 17 2021 | Faunalytics

Certification Programs Should Incorporate Positive Welfare

Welfare doesn’t just mean avoiding harms. This study looks at how to include the concept of a good life within certification programs for farmed animals. READ MORE

Jun 10 2021 | Matthew O'Shaughnessy

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

Jun 9 2021 | Dr. Annie Petersen

Recessions, Economic Euthanasia, And The Pandemic

The 2008 recession gives us some clues on the long-term impact of COVID-19 on animal sheltering: surges in fostering or adoption may subside, leading to relinquishments and "economic euthanasia." READ MORE