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What is 21st Century Toxicology?
We answer your questions on the fight against animal testing. This week we take a look at what 21st Century Toxicology is all about.
No decline in animal testing globally despite widespread opposition
A new report from the Lush Prize estimates that globally more than nine million laboratory animals were subjected to chemical safety tests in 2013.
Petition to stop the Mauritius monkey trade
Mauritius is the second largest supplier of monkeys for the research industry in the world, exporting up to 10,000 animals every year.
Alternatives to Laboratory Animals (ATLA): a special issue
Approaching his 60th birthday, founder of Lush Cosmetics Mark Constantine felt frustrated that things were moving in the wrong direction.
Virtual fish to be used in labs
The use of ‘virtual fish’ in establishing the toxicity and concentration of man-made chemicals is to be investigated by scientists at Plymouth University.
The life of a beagle animated
Artist Cat Moonshadow made this short animation to aid the awareness of animal testing on Beagles.
Cigarette manufacturer bans animal tests
Lorillard Tobacco Company, the third-largest manufacturer of cigarettes in the U.S. has issued a new policy banning all animal testing.
New study shows growing opposition to animal tests
More than half of women, young adults find animal testing ‘morally wrong’.
Hamstrong – a cartoon superhero fighting animal testing
Hamstrong is a hamster imprisoned in an animal testing lab against his will. He seeks any means necessary to escape and bring freedom for the other animal captives. The creators of the iPhone game, music video, and future animated series say: “We hope to create a better tomorrow for all animals by using education as […]
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