Is the use of sentient animals in basic research justifiable?

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Animals can be used in many ways in science and scientific research. Given that society values sentient animals and that basic research is not goal oriented, the question is raised: "Is the use of sentient animals in basic research justifiable?" We expl...

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Main Authors: Greek Ray, Greek Jean
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-09-01
Series:Philosophy, Ethics, and Humanities in Medicine
Online Access:http://www.peh-med.com/content/5/1/14