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Rat Trap

Pandora Pound

230 Pages
2023

Rat Trap

Troubador Publishing Ltd

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In 'Rat Trap: The Capture of Medicine by Animal Research - and how to break free,' Dr. Pandora Pound offers a critique of animal research, challenging its scientific validity and advocating for a future free from animal experimentation. As Research Director at Safer Medicines Trust, she examines the flaws in animal testing while promoting alternative research methods.

Key Ideas

1

The Scientific Fallacy of Animal Models

Animal models are inherently flawed predictors of human responses due to biological differences between species, making animal data unreliable for understanding human diseases and developing effective treatments.

2

The Power of Human-Based Research

The book champions alternative methods like microdosing, organ-on-a-chip technology, and computer modeling as more accurate, ethical, and efficient approaches to medical research.

3

Breaking Free from the Trap

Pound provides a roadmap for dismantling the animal research industry through activism, support for innovative research initiatives, and advocacy for policy changes.

FAQ's

While animal lovers will find much to resonate with, 'Rat Trap' transcends a single-issue focus. It grapples with complex scientific and ethical questions, making it a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the future of medicine, scientific integrity, or animal welfare.

The book goes beyond criticism by offering a detailed exploration of viable alternatives. It showcases the advancements in human-based research and provides a practical vision for a future where animal testing is obsolete.

While grounded in scientific research, 'Rat Trap' is written in an engaging and accessible style, making it comprehensible and compelling for a wide readership, even those without a scientific background.

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