Questions and Answers about Animal Research at Emory University







Does Emory conduct research involving animals?

Yes. Emory University is committed to research that ultimately benefits humankind. When alternative methods such as cell culture and computer models can not provide needed answers, or when it is too early in the discovery process to try treatments on human patients, the University is firmly committed to the ethical rightness of the humane use of animals in research.

  • Why use animals?
  • What kind of animals involved?
  • Where do these animals come from?
  • What kind of research is done?
  • Are animals ever used in teaching?
  • How does the University assure such work is done humanely?
  • Does the University make efforts to use alternative methods whenever possible?
  • Additional Resources for information on animal research

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