The questionable ethics behind forced smoke inhalation research
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For several years, Animal-Free Science Advocacy has been closely monitoring the use of forced inhalation studies in Australian Institutions.This led to the development of our report: "Optimising Inhalation Research: Transitioning to Human-relevant Science."In this episode, we learn from Animal-Free Science Advocacy CEO Rachel Smith about the questionable ethics that surround the use of animals in smoke inhalation studies. These obsolete tests continue to be used in some Australian universities and research institutes.There are safe, precise and animal-free methods that can be used instead of these tests. Read our report: Optimising Inhalation Research: Transitioning to Human-relevant ScienceLearn more about our Forced to Smoke campaign. Connect with HRA in the following ways: Website: https://www.humaneresearch.org.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HumaneResearchAustraliaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/humaneresearch/Twitter: https://twitter.com/hraust?lang=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/humane-research-australia
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