Why Do We Use Animals in Medical Research?
Produced by Understanding Animal Research, this information leaflet looks at how, and why, animals are used in medical research. The information provided by is based on thorough research and understanding of the facts, historical and scientific. The leaflet is useful as information for teachers and also as background or research…
Animal Research in the UK
Produced by Understanding Animal Research, this information leaflet looks at how many animals are used in the UK, the types of research undertaken and the species of animals involved. Both of these leaflets use official figures to provide a precise snapshot of the extent of animal research in the UK in 2011 and look at trends…
Animal Welfare and the Three R's
Produced by Understanding Animal Research, this information leaflet looks at the replacement, refinement and reduction (3R's) principle in animal research. It describes: • Replacement of animals in research with alternative techniques; • Refinement of scientific procedures to enhance animal welfare; • Reduction…
How Is Animal Research Regulated?
Produced by Understanding Animal Research, this information leaflet looks at the regulation of animal research in the UK. The law safeguards animals while allowing important medical research to continue. The leaflet is useful as information for teachers and also as background or research information for students. The information…
Animal Research Benefits Us
Produced by Understanding Animal Research, this information leaflet looks at examples of how animal research has led to the understanding of medical conditions and the development of new therapies. Animal research has been important in the development of many major medical advances. Studies that use animals have played a role…
The War Against Malaria
Produced by Understanding Animal Research, this resource is a Key Stage Three science or citizenship activity looking at malaria, one of the world's greatest killers. Why is such a small amount of research funding dedicated to this serious condition? Why should it take a celebrity sufferer, Cheryl Cole, to bring malaria…
Where Do Medicines Come From?
From Understanding Animal Research, these materials help students understand the process of drug discovery and development. Aimed at Key Stage Three students, it shows that the drug discovery process is long and complex and involves several different stages, including basic research, animal testing and clinical trials. The…
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Animals in Space
Produced by Understanding Animal Research, this resource looks at how animals have a central part to play in all sorts of research, not just in the development of drugs. This activity illustrates how animals have contributed to space programmes and encourages students to consider the ethical implications of science in an unusual…