Animal Subjects Research
/ˈænɪməl ˈsʌbdʒɪkts rɪˈsɜrtʃ/
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- (n.) Scientific research involving the use of non-human animals as experimental subjects to study biological, behavioral, or medical questions, typically regulated by laws to ensure ethical treatment.
The university's animal subjects research program complies with federal regulations to ensure humane treatment.
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The term focuses on legal and ethical oversight surrounding the use of animals in research, emphasizing compliance with statutes such as the Animal Welfare Act and guidelines issued by oversight bodies.
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