Research Alternatives Archives - Page 6 of 12

May 31 2016 | Faunalytics

Relying On Male Animals For Data: A Review Of Surgical Animal Experiments

Sex bias may be rampant in surgical biomedical research, skewing the results of an already questionable scientific practice. READ MORE

Oct 12 2015 | karol orzechowski

Rats, Epilepsy, and the Imitation of Diseases

This study looked into epilepsy research conducted on rats and mice and makes a broad range of recommendations that would improve the animals' welfare. READ MORE

Oct 7 2015 | karol orzechowski

Is Policy Change a Gift or a Curse?: A Case Study from U.S. Laboratories

This study shows concrete ways that policy change in the field of animal experimentation can create further incremental wins for advocates. READ MORE

Sep 16 2015 | karol orzechowski

UK Public Finds Animal Research ‘Secretive’

Though many people in the UK support animal research, they find the industry "secretive," and there is no single trusted source for information about it. READ MORE

Aug 19 2015 | karol orzechowski

Public Support of Vivisection is On A Case By Case Basis

Surveys show that public support for vivisection varies based on factors such as the species used and the type of experiment. More work is needed to understand why. READ MORE

Aug 14 2015 | karol orzechowski

Animal Testing in Forensics: A Brutal, Outdated Practice

More than 60% of animals used in forensics tests are never anesthetized. Even for those who are, the procedures they undergo are brutal and cruel. READ MORE

Aug 5 2015 | karol orzechowski

Putting an End to Rabies Vaccine Potency Tests on Animals

A survey of rabies experts shows that vaccine testing on animals is expensive, not scientifically relevant, and has serious animal welfare concerns. READ MORE

Jul 27 2015 | karol orzechowski

Using Animals For Infection Studies: Is it Ever Justified?

Even some scientists on the "pro" side of the animal experimentation debate recognize the ethical dilemmas with animal experiments and qualify their opinions very carefully, especially in relation to studies examining infections. READ MORE