ANIMAL RESEARCH
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Discussion that asserts the lack of rights supposedly held by animals and why it is ethically legitimate to include them in biomedical research experiments for the greater good of human beings.
By Brian Rice | Published 6/17/2006 | Read more »
A 1992 college research paper regarding the subject of animal research and its alternatives.
By Deborah Tucker | Published 11/10/2008 | Read more »
In a controversy such as animal research is it possible to admit that we need both the animal researchers AND the animal rights activists who detest them?
By K.L.Geary | Published 10/25/2007 | Read more »
Contrary to popular belief, research using animals is a lose-lose proposition.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/11/2007 | Read more »
Consumer information about the use of animals in product and drug research.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/29/2007 | Read more »
To interpret animal rights versus animal welfare is an issue of understanding and balance.
By SkyeDanzer | Published 3/7/2007 | Read more »
Smoking monkey dude! The Oregon animal rights activists are going ape over experimental smoking monkeys at the Oregon Sciences University. Chain Smoking monkeys become local curiosity.
By Lex Loeb | Published 3/17/2009 | Read more »
Often those who practice vegetarianism are also a member of the animal activist subculture. The impact of this subculture, animal rights activists, has had an effect on recent governmental legislation and consumer market trends.
By Erika Mackley | Published 11/21/2008 | Read more »
PETA and its flirtation with eco-terrorism. PETA's tacit support towards Animal Liberation Front, by funding money to Rod Coronado, an ex ALF animal accused of firebombing a michigan state lab and PETA's stance towards eco terrorists.
By Adwin | Published 2/21/2007 | Read more »
I am a believer in animal rights, but I am a supporter of animal welfare.
By Lori Piper | Published 5/21/2007 | Read more »
Animal-rights activists use tales from the 60s and examples of the one drug that caused adverse reactions in 0.00000001% of the people that took it to argue that animal testing is evil and ineffective. People need to realize how crucial animal testing is to all of us.
By Samantha Griffin | Published 5/17/2007 | Read more »
Some companies insist that animal research is a necessary evil. These ASPCA-inspired guidelines present the less-cruel alternative of humane animal testing.
By Juniper Russo Tarascio | Published 2/19/2009 | Read more »
According to a press release issued by the NIH, Dr. Miles Novy suffered property damage at the hands of what the NIH calls "domestic terrorists." Dr. Novy conducts research on monkeys to investigate possible causes of premature birth in humans.
By Marcia Trahan | Published 12/16/2007 | Read more »
Animal testing is a practice that has been around for a long time. Is this a practice that is necessary and justified? Or are there other alternatives that can be implemented?
By Angela Corrice | Published 5/15/2007 | Read more »
This essay was written for an interdisciplinary biology course. It discusses the hot-button issue of animal rights with regards to medical research.
By Lindsey Russell | Published 11/7/2006 | Read more »
PETA's arguments and activities against scientific animal testing labs. A look into why animal testing is necessary, how PETA impedes scientific progress by terrorizing animal testing and PETA's misguided doctrines against animal Testing
By Adwin | Published 2/21/2007 | Read more »
The Animal Liberation Front (ALF) attacked University of Utah professor Audie Leventhal's home last month in response to his experiments on monkeys.
By Mike DeMarco | Published 5/29/2007 | Read more »
Introduction to PETA's founding, the landmark catalyst that catapulted its popularity
and PETA's goals and general activities.
By Adwin | Published 2/21/2007 | Read more »
UCLA obtained a temporary restraining order against the Animal Liberation Front and other organizations which promote violence
By W Thomas Payne | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
Any idea is a good idea when put to use, and visiting the HSUS website is an easy way to become a part of the legislative solution for animal protection.
By Robbie Tittle | Published 9/11/2006 | Read more »
The development of an ethical approach to the use of animals in medical research.
By Khaki Scott | Published 9/17/2007 | Read more »
Imagine your best friend cramped inside a small prison. His cries and yelps can't be heard because his vocal cords have been surgically removed.
By Maria Lewis | Published 2/20/2007 | Read more »
You've probably heard the argument that you shouldn't worry about animal rights because plants feel pain too. But does it hold water?
By Laura G | Published 2/3/2009 | Read more »
Our children's minds are being subverted by subtle messages from animal rights groups, such as PETA , through various media. This short article explores that.
By Joyce Beckman | Published 8/7/2008 | Read more »
A career in animal welfare and health is important and there are different areas to specialized in. Veterinary Medicine and Animal Behavior are two areas with special requirements for training. Love of animals is important but so is voluntary experience.
By MichaelTaylor | Published 11/8/2006 | Read more »
Animal advocates are a motley group with widely divergent opinions. Here is a sampling of influential individuals and couples in the field.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/7/2007 | Read more »
Pre written essay which is essay for class on English 1313 2323 animal rights, animal farm, 2001 space oddesey, PETA, people, ethical, treatment, animals.
By A Revolutionary | Published 2/20/2009 | Read more »
This article shows why harsher animal abuse laws are needed and points towards the link between animal and human abuse.
By Joshua Cook | Published 4/11/2007 | Read more »
Around the world, animals are abused for a variety of reasons. There is no justifiable reason to hurt an animal. Here's how you can make a difference.
By Andrea Townsley | Published 8/5/2008 | Read more »
Many of today's animal activists are doing what their consciences are guiding them to do, but then there are some that are taking activism just a little too overboard.
By Shan-Lyn Forsythe | Published 6/1/2007 | Read more »
I have a dilemma. As an animal lover, I don't want to see animals suffer. But, as a mother, I am grateful for the medical advances which produced vaccines for my daughter as a result of animal research.
By Sharon Lea Hill | Published 10/17/2007 | Read more »
The use of animals in research is a necessity in order for humans to continue finding cures and treatments to relieve suffering for common diseases among both humans and animals.
By Steven Tyler | Published 10/10/2007 | Read more »
Japanese scientists have bred transparent frogs for the convenient study of organ growth and development. The frogs are intended as an aid in cancer research studies.
By Susanne Jones | Published 10/5/2007 | Read more »
The use of animals is a vital process in conducting cutting-edge biomedical research. Now, in a new report from the United Kingdom, scientists are conducting innovative work to try to reduce and eventually eliminate the use of all animals in biomedical pre-clinical research.
By Jorge M. Rivas | Published 6/24/2007 | Read more »
We can honey coat it any way we want, but abortion still stops a beating heart - and if that heart is human, then abortion and fetal tissue research that causes death is nothing more than murder most haneous - murder of the completely innocent.
By Autumn Conley Bittick | Published 5/20/2006 | Read more »
A large portion of psychological research involves animals of all types-monkeys, pigeons, rats, dogs, etc. Psychologists often believe they need animals to perform the experiments. But it may be time to eliminate animal research in psychology.
By Gelin Liao | Published 11/29/2005 | Read more »
Effective animal research alternatives have always been out there and should be utilized more by scientists.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/22/2007 | Read more »
PETA, the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, is in reality a group dedicated to inflicting fear, terrorism, violence, and suffering upon humanity.
By Davis Prebot | Published 6/25/2007 | Read more »
People think that animal rights puts animals before humans. This isn't true. But advocates of animal rights know that speciesism is wrong. We don't have the right to abuse and mistreat other sentient beings.
By ACfreelancer | Published 3/29/2007 | Read more »
My opinion on why animal testing is wrong.
By Kim Dekker | Published 11/10/2008 | Read more »
There are many pros and cons for the use of animal testing in research. Many people protest this type of research
By William Hamblin | Published 5/15/2007 | Read more »
There are no valid justifications to support the continued use of animals in scientific experiments. Millions of animals are used for various scientific tests. These tests are unethical, and many effective and practical alternatives exist.
By Justin Erickson | Published 8/10/2006 | Read more »
Animal experimentation is a multi-billion dollar industry fueled by massive public funding and involving corporate, government and university laboratories, cages, and food manufacturers.
By Leigha Gonzalez | Published 6/23/2007 | Read more »
Animal Testing is often thought of as animals being mistreated and put through torturous tests, but the truth about animal testing is it is a regulated way to test the safety of products in a scientific way.
By Kyle | Published 9/24/2007 | Read more »
For many years we have lived with a blind eye towards the many atrocities that are going on in this world.Please visit our site for A Dream for Better world and for Animal Testing
By Markis Gardner | Published 4/1/2009 | Read more »
The pros and cons of using animals in medical research.
By Timothy Sexton | Published 11/13/2007 | Read more »
The organization that is PETA's worst enemy and also pushing to expose PETA to the point that will make people think about who they're dealing with.
By Nafeesah Abdullah | Published 9/4/2007 | Read more »
Have you had an unpleasant experience at you Vet's office? Does it seem that you cannot afford their services? Do our pet's suffer at their expense?
By John S Willard | Published 10/7/2007 | Read more »
This particular argumentative essay was written for an interdisciplinary biology course. It discusses various aspects of euthanasia in humans and animals.
By Lindsey Russell | Published 10/27/2006 | Read more »
How the policies of PETA are completely inconsistent with their stated purposes.
By Kris B | Published 1/29/2008 | Read more »
It is important to know your rights as a renter. California has many laws designed to protect tenants.
By RK | Published 11/9/2007 | Read more »
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) will grant $23 million a year, for seven years, to six new Centers of Excellence for Influenza Research and Surveillance, including St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
By Sussy | Published 7/17/2007 | Read more »
Is violence among animal rights activists increasing in today's society?
By Jason Webb | Published 7/29/2007 | Read more »
Why animal testing is wrong and alternatives to animal testing.
By Jacqueline Bartelmo | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Because the drug companies will not be able to make a huge profit on probiotic supplements, they are not going to spend the amount of money on the research it would take to prove to the FDA they are effective in alleviating medical diseases.
By Sally Robertson MA, MA, LPC | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
You know how hard it is when a family pet goes missing, and then actually stays lost. But now something even worse is happening as these 'lost pets' are being picked up and sold to universities for dissection and medical research in its science labs.
By Miss Jac | Published 5/14/2007 | Read more »
Tips for starting an animal rescue.
By L J Pearce | Published 1/24/2009 | Read more »
What's a knitter or crocheter with a conscience to do when deciding which yarns are best for the environment? Educate yourself on the sources of various fibers and the consequences their production may cause for animals and the earth.
By Bethany James | Published 11/16/2007 | Read more »
Dr. Susan Love has embarked on a life changing research study to determine the causes of breast cancer. One million women volunteers are being sought to assist in the breast cancer research project.
By Annette Robbins | Published 10/15/2008 | Read more »
A description of the water bear and its research adventure into space.
By Jaipi Sixbear | Published 11/13/2008 | Read more »
The Washington Exotic Animal Laws are in place to protect the citizens of Washington from the dangers that can come from exotic animals.
By Deborah Anderson | Published 9/9/2008 | Read more »
Ways to improve the communication between humans and their dogs.
By Lorelei Logsdon | Published 10/7/2008 | Read more »
Oklahoma's Exotic Animal Law states that anyone wishing to possess wildlife, which can also include exotic animals for pets, must have the same permit that an individual would need for possessing or raising these animals for commercial purposes.
By Deborah Anderson | Published 8/21/2008 | Read more »
Missouri's Exotic Animal Law, MO. REV. STAT. §578.023, simply states that anyone who keeps a dangerous wild animal has to register the dangerous wild animal with the local law enforcement agency in the county where the animal is housed.
By Deborah Anderson | Published 8/15/2008 | Read more »
Mississippi's Exotic Animal Laws define what animals are considered "inherently dangerous to humans" as well as which animals are prohibited, what permits are required and what are exceptions to the laws.
By Deborah Anderson | Published 8/15/2008 | Read more »
The Nebraska Exotic Animal Laws are very similar to other exotic animal laws found throughout the states.
By Deborah Anderson | Published 8/13/2008 | Read more »
The New York Exotic Animal Law simply states that it is illegal to possess any wild animal.
By Deborah Anderson | Published 8/21/2008 | Read more »
Tennessee's Exotic Animal Laws prohibits the possession of certain exotic animals unless these animals were in the individual's possession before this law went into effect on June 25, 1991.
By Deborah Anderson | Published 8/27/2008 | Read more »
Holistic medicine has long since been dismissed as snake oil in the veterinary research community. However, this is an extremely promising field that has shown great potential in recent research.
By Kristin Eden | Published 12/17/2008 | Read more »
The North Carolina Exotic Animal Law varies from county to county or city to city as the State of North Carolina leaves this up to the local government.
By Deborah Anderson | Published 8/21/2008 | Read more »
Utah's Exotic Animal Laws determine if an animal can be possessed by either a person or a commercial entity such as a zoo, governmental agency, aviary, wildlife research facility, educational facility or a wildlife rehabilitation facility.
By Deborah Anderson | Published 8/27/2008 | Read more »
Thinking of a Disney vacation is much more than booking it. There is a lot of research that goes into a Disney vacation if you want to pay the least amount possible, get the most for every dollar you spend, and have the best time possible.
By Lelah Kimball | Published 1/14/2009 | Read more »
News story about some animal shelter closings in Mass.
By Terri Rimmer | Published 3/19/2009 | Read more »
President Obama reverses the ban on taxpayer funding for embryonic stem cell research. Some say other kinds of stem cells can do the job. Did science win - or did politics?
By Sheryl Young | Published 3/14/2009 | Read more »
President Obama plans to remove certain key restrictions on federal funding of our current embryonic research policy.
By Cami Farmer | Published 3/12/2009 | Read more »
Some unusual animal facts about some pets you probably never thought of having.
By Flint Mclintock | Published 3/26/2009 | Read more »
The truth behind the life of zoo animals, revealed.
By Caitlyn Willox | Published 2/9/2007 | Read more »
If you're vegetarian, chances are that you want to help put an end to farmed animal cruelty. Many vegetarians want to do more to help animals, but don't know where to start. Here are four simple things you can do to help animals right from your own home!
By Robbie B | Published 7/30/2007 | Read more »
Some people for the ethical treatment of animals have a very different idea of what "ethical" means. Know the facts before you invest your efforts into one of the biggest animal rights organizations.
By Shanika | Published 3/24/2007 | Read more »
Through the implementation of a Multigenre Research Project, I observed my students express themselves and their knowledge using poetry, art, puppet shows, and other creative medium.
By Laura Johnson | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
PeTA, like other animal rights organizations, uses shock tactics and endorses violence. They collect millions of dollars tax free and use it to pay legal fees for domestic terrorists and kill animals when it is for their benefit.
By Jan Hoadley | Published 8/31/2006 | Read more »
This article explains the process you should follow when you decide to adopt a dog from the animal shelter.
By Kimberly Walters | Published 1/22/2009 | Read more »
Scientific medical research is discussed. Psychiatric drugs are also discussed. It is concluded that the current drugs are inadequate.
By Craig Olson | Published 12/31/2008 | Read more »
The article summarizes a lot of research done by experts and outlines the existing connections between human well-being and forestry.
By Dean Gipps | Published 12/23/2008 | Read more »
The advantages of stem cell research, what it entails, and also learn about the myths of stem cells. Be able to distinguish myth from fact.
By steve hof | Published 2/9/2009 | Read more »
Orthomolecular research is described. Therapeutic claims have been made for a variety of diseases including schizophrenia, depression, cancer, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, cataracts, macular degeneration, etc.
By Craig Olson | Published 2/16/2009 | Read more »
Covers five classic animal tales suitable for various aged children, and often beloved by adults as well.
By Melissa Harber | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
The concept of animal totems in nonindigenous, postindustrial cultures varies greatly in many manners from traditional totemisms. Here are the basics of neopagan totemism.
By Lupa | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
The new craze on YouTube is funny animal videos, and why this may be actually good for your health!
By Master'sGirl | Published 12/15/2008 | Read more »
The long period from the Indus Valley Civilization to the modern India shows that scientific research is not a new phenomenon in India. Major advances have been made in the fields of agriculture, floriculture and animal husbandry.
By ©Kamaal Nishant© | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Roman Catholic bishops are urging British parliament to afford human rights to animal-human embryos that were created for medical research. The embryos are known as "chimeras" after the mystical half-man, half-animal creatures.
By Antoinette McGowan | Published 6/28/2007 | Read more »
A look at the controversial topic of scientific research involving the mixing of human and animal cells.
By Darlene Zagata | Published 1/18/2007 | Read more »
Sex discrimination has been a social problem for over 100 years. There are many different areas that have discriminated against women, trying to keep them out. Perhaps the most dangerous area that has tried to keep women out is medical research.
By Andrea Buginsky | Published 1/16/2007 | Read more »
In this article, I discuss the fact that, while stem cell research certainly seems to be a miracle cure, I can't in good conscience support it. The primary source of stem cells come from aborted fetuses - a cold term that belies a harsher truth.
By TheReader | Published 11/9/2006 | Read more »
Unfortunately, animal abuse, cruelty and neglect is something that happens every day. The good news is that there are steps you can take to help alleviate the suffering of animals.
By Amy Bender | Published 7/12/2007 | Read more »
"Animal Cops" shows portray animals in horrid conditions that damage their health badly enough they need removed from the situation. There's one form of cruelty that not only isn't prosecuted but is overlooked.
By Jan Hoadley | Published 7/18/2007 | Read more »
A number of Russian scientists have done brilliant research on schizophrenia which has been largely ignored in the US. Schizophrenia has not been ignored in the US, but the Russian research has. It appears that a toxic factor causes tryptophan to flood the cells.
By Craig Olson | Published 8/24/2007 | Read more »
Students at Bucknell University are working on ways to research Lou Gerhrig's Disease developed a prototyope screen to expose zebrafish, commonly used in research on the condition to chemicals used to treat the disease.
By S. Landis | Published 8/21/2007 | Read more »
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