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Published online 13 December 2006 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news061211-9
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Scientists share thoughts on animal research
Poll reveals nuanced views among biomedical researchers.
An anonymous online poll of nearly 1,700 Nature researchers has revealed intriguing insights into what scientists think about the use of animals in research.
The results of the poll, conducted by Nature, suggest that biomedical researchers around the world have a range of opinions regarding the use of animals — from finding it essential to unnecessary — but feel that pressures from the animal rights movement and others makes it difficult to voice opinions in public.
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