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Dec 9 2022 | Ozy Frantz

Moral Values And Animal Research

This study suggests that people’s approval of animal research depends on how they weigh the costs and benefits of the research specifically, not on their broader moral beliefs. READ MORE

Oct 28 2022 | Elena Schaller

The Outdated Reliance On Animal Data

“Animal-reliance bias” occurs when researchers are asked to “validate” their results with animal-based data—even if it lacks scientific justification and violates ethical principles. READ MORE

Sep 28 2022 | Jo Anderson

Knowledge Gaps: Animal-Focused Research Ideas For Grad Students

Going into an animal-related graduate studies program? We’ve compiled a list of 9 topics and research areas where you could have a big impact. READ MORE

Sep 23 2022 | Devatha Nair

Using Behavioral Imaging To Study Animal Welfare

Technologies that observe and analyze the movement of monkeys and apes have become more sophisticated. How can they be used to improve animal welfare? READ MORE

Sep 22 2022 | Erin Aslami

Emergency COVID-19 Vaccines Deliver Without Animal Testing

Emergency approval for COVID-19 vaccines used alternatives to animal testing and upheld efficacy. What we learned in the process may improve the cost and timeline of all vaccine research. READ MORE

Aug 30 2022 | Kerri Tenniswood

Great Britain’s Animal Research Giants

Ten organizations are responsible for half of the animal research performed in the United Kingdom. READ MORE

Jul 21 2022 | Mona Zahir

Phasing Out Animal Research In The European Union

How can the E.U. transition away from animal research and toward non-animal models? These scholars present three legislative pillars. READ MORE

Nov 22 2021 | Mona Zahir

Organ-On-A-Chip: Current Status & Future Potential

Manufacturing and using Organs-On-A-Chip is currently costly and difficult, but if the technology can advance far enough, it could complement and eventually replace non-human animal tests. READ MORE

Sep 7 2020 | Mona Zahir

Using Computer Models To Replace Animal Tests For Heart Disease

This study finds that computer simulations are accurate enough to reduce the need for animal testing when it comes to identifying a given drug’s risk of causing heart arrythmia. READ MORE

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