The ethics of research involving animals

Published 24/05/2005

To review recent, current and prospective developments in the scientific use of non-human animals, including genetic modification or cloning
To assess the ethical implications of these developments, and, in doing so, to consider arguments about the differing status of various non-human animals and the implications of such arguments on their use in research
To examine ways of assessing the costs and benefits of the scientific use of non-human animals
To assess ways of regulating and enhancing good practice
To assess the ethical implications of using alternatives to animals in different fields of research
To identify and review developments and differences internationally in the use of animals in research and its regulation
To explore ways of stimulating public debate and providing information and education about the issues involved

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