Controversial Oxford Animal Lab
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- Gitsie
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"I wasn't allowed to see animal experiments, but I did get to look at the two operating theatres on the new primate research floor.
It looks like a hospital - only the operating tables have still to be fitted.
What will go on here will appal those who are opposed to animal experiments.
Under general anaesthetic monkeys will be given brain lesions to mimic the effects of Parkinson's disease.
Oxford scientists say this has already helped lead to new treatments for the condition.
And they point out that all animal experiments - especially those involving monkeys - are strictly controlled.
Animals can be used only if experiments with cells or computer models are deemed inappropriate."
It looks like a hospital - only the operating tables have still to be fitted.
What will go on here will appal those who are opposed to animal experiments.
Under general anaesthetic monkeys will be given brain lesions to mimic the effects of Parkinson's disease.
Oxford scientists say this has already helped lead to new treatments for the condition.
And they point out that all animal experiments - especially those involving monkeys - are strictly controlled.
Animals can be used only if experiments with cells or computer models are deemed inappropriate."
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heatherpierce
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those are some sad eyes. this is a matter of civil rights yet to be recognized as such by the general public.
- 4 years ago
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heatherpierce
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CalgarC
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animal testing is just plain wrong. why don't you strap a man/women with the disease to a chair and test it on them, they are the ones needing the cure.
- 4 years ago
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CalgarC
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nazbags
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I agree - animal lab testing is unneccesary and unethical! Shame on Oxford!
- 4 years ago
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nazbags
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iloveravi
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I really don't believe that this is the way to look for treatments.
I feel sickened by the thought.
- 4 years ago
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iloveravi
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Gitsie
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Yes I realize it is research.... but c'mon.... there must be some type of guilt these people feel for doing this.
I just can't wrap my mind around animal experimentation. I find it extremely cruel.
- 4 years ago
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Gitsie
