10.22.2012

David Willetts opens press conference on attitudes to animal research | Understanding Animal Research

David Willetts opens press conference on attitudes to animal research | Understanding Animal Research


For new treatments animal testing is a legal requirement in the UK and that is the way it should be! There was a time when charlatans could sell 'miracle' products to anyone. That time is long gone. In fact if you want to read about what the current expectation is, look at this article from a Washington college student majoring in behavioral neuroscience .

Actually the tone of the article is a bit apologetic and perhaps it illustrates the current mindset of those in research. They know the value of the work, the importance of it to those that are suffering, their compassion and care for the animals they have to use. Those going into such a career should be especially proud. There is no reason not to be and people like me support what you are doing one hundred percent because we know it is necessary, there are no alternatives and what you attempt will benefit generations to come. If one  were to cease the questioning and allow outcome only type research (an oxymoron by itself) research and medical advancement would be stiffled and severely hampered. It is by understanding life sciences, the processes and the mechanisms in living species that real progress occurs.

And if you want to find out about recent progress, read up on how a lab grown kidney does its job in animals.

There are also some excellent comments on the petition page in support of medical progress through science and animal research- take a look here, sign the petition and show the world you care! Signing does make a difference because medical advancement matters to all of us. There are too many waiting for a cure and there are so many that have been saved. Support those that day in day out do this critical work for us and the animals! Cat research on cataracts saves elephant eyesight (courtesy speaking of research).

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