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Why We Still Test on Animals, Explained
A fraught regulatory environment and human stubbornness help explain the roadblocks.
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A fraught regulatory environment and human stubbornness help explain the roadblocks.
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Animal Behavior•10 min read
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It’s a cruel logic that results in the most affectionate creatures being punished the most, but sadly, that’s how it’s often turned out.
Animal Behavior•7 min read
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Animal Behavior•10 min read
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It’s a cruel logic that results in the most affectionate creatures being punished the most, but sadly, that’s how it’s often turned out.
Animal Behavior•7 min read
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Breakthroughs•6 min read
A new study investigates life in Earth's microbiome and warns that bacteria, fungi and viruses are at risk of extinction.
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The automated emotion recognition tool can apparently be used to assess pig welfare on farms. But advocates say it is too little too late.
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Why many of the arguments for zoos need fact-checking and caveats.
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So many animals assist humans and the ecosystem. These are arguably some of the most helpful.
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The research that fish feel pain, explained.
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When it comes to cows’ feelings and preferences, humans can find plenty to relate to.
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The meat industry breeds chickens to grow as fast as possible. Here’s how they do it.
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How Biocraft is attempting to improve pet food by making it allergen-free and healthier for animals — not to mention, far more ethical.
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