Where can someone learn the facts about using animals in science?
This issue involves science and some people find science in general intimidating. That not with standing, you really do need to read some books about the science in order to fully appreciate why curing cancer in mice is not the same as curing it in humans. Niall Shanks and I have just written two books on the subject; one for scientists and one for people intimidated by science. Animal Models in Light of Evolution is for scientists and FAQs About the Use of Animals in Science is for the scientifically perplexed. Our website, www.AFMA-curedisease.org also contains excellent information. Please note that BFA does not find it morally justifiable to dissect animals. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17th, 2010 Violence and Intimidation in Laboratories The following statement can also be found as a link under our Anti-Vivisection Campaign links section on the right. Following the recent and successful UCLA panel on animal-based research, there has been much online discussion about the virtues of the event.