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Animals used in research

Debate the ethics of using animals in research and explore case studies looking at the welfare of animals used in testing. 

 
 
 

Animals used in testing: a debate

Consider attitudes towards animals used in experiments, how many and why they are used.

 

Ethics and animal research

Further explore the ethical issues relating to the use of animals in science.

 

Explore case studies

Consider alternatives to the use of animals in science and understand of the differing views.

 
 
 

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