I recently published a paper in EMBO reports (available free online for a few more weeks) which (among other things) looked at the factors influencing the animal rights movement, causing it to wax and wane over time. Firstly I separated animal rights groups into two general types using the term "antivivisection" to separate the "anti-research" … Continue reading The Structure and Motivations of Antivivisection Organizations and Activists
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Animal research: Why are we still using monkeys?
In a recent article, a group of leading scientists argues that "Primate models still matter" - with the right attention to the animals' social needs and welfare.
Lies, misrepresentation, cherry picking quotes: PeTA’s tactics to garner support against animal research
Guest post by Kausik Datta looks at some of the scientific quotes used by PETA finding that all of them misrepresent the position of the researcher.
Website Updates – Expanding Information
We've been slowly updating some of the static pages of our website. Ever wondered how it all began? Check out our History of Speaking of Research page. Want to know debunk pseudoscientific myths by activists? Check out our expanding list of them on the Animal Rights Pseudoscience page (previously called "Bad Science"). Want to know … Continue reading Website Updates – Expanding Information
Speaking on Reddit
Reddit is an increasingly important social network, and it is another place where you can discuss and share information about animal research.
Voice Your Support for Animal Transport
Air France are one of the few airlines willing to transport animals for medical research. Please support them by signing the petition.
STEM Fair: Why Talking to Children about Research is Important
Outreach is important in improving the public's understanding of animal research. A school STEM fair offers the perfect opportunity.
Speaking of Addiction Research
Addiction in animals involves very similar physiological changes in the brain as it does in humans. Prof Jentsch explains.
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