Why We Experiment On Animals

The video discusses the role of animal research in understanding COVID-19, highlighting the use of Golden Hamsters to study the virus's effects. It traces the history of animal experiments from ancient Greece to modern times, emphasizing their importance in medical breakthroughs like vaccines and aging research. The video also addresses the ethical debates surrounding animal testing, noting historical opposition and modern regulations. It concludes with a discussion on the 3R's approach to minimize animal suffering and the challenges faced by researchers due to transport restrictions.

What animal is used in COVID-19 research due to its similar receptor to humans?

• Mouse

• Rabbit

• Golden Hamster

• Guinea Pig

Which Greek physician is known for dissecting live animals?

• Socrates

• Galen

• Aristotle

• Hippocrates

Who won the first Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine for work involving animals?

• Max Thieler

• Emil von Behring

• Louis Pasteur

• Alexander Fleming

What practice involves experimenting on live animals and faced opposition in the 19th century?

• Vivisection

• Inoculation

• Cloning

• Genetic Engineering

What principle aims to minimize animal suffering in research?

• 3R's

• 6T's

• 4P's

• 5S's