Ethical concerns in animal testing

Definition

Ethical concerns in animal testing refer to moral dilemmas surrounding using animals for scientific research purposes. These concerns involve weighing potential benefits against harm inflicted on animals during experimentation.

Related terms

Alternatives to animal testing: This term refers to methods or approaches that can be used instead of using animals for scientific research.

Animal welfare: Animal welfare focuses on the well-being and treatment of animals, including their physical and psychological needs.

Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC): IACUC is a committee responsible for reviewing and approving animal research protocols to ensure compliance with ethical guidelines.