Deze serie duikt in de diepgaande ethische vraagstukken rondom onze relatie met dieren. Het onderzoekt de morele status van wezens en onze verplichtingen jegens hen vanuit diverse filosofische en theologische invalshoeken. Lezers zullen geconfronteerd worden met geavanceerde argumenten over dierenrechten, lijden en de implicaties van menselijk handelen voor het dierenrijk.
A comprehensive review of recent scientific evidence examining the contributions of animal experimentation to human healthcare. The book also explores toxicity prediction, animal use during life and health sciences education, impacts on student attitudes toward animals, and the extent to which animals suffer in laboratories.
The book provides an in-depth analysis of how animal experimentation has advanced human healthcare, supported by recent scientific findings. It addresses critical topics such as toxicity prediction, the role of animals in life and health sciences education, and how these experiences shape student attitudes towards animals. Additionally, it examines the ethical implications of animal suffering in laboratory settings, offering a comprehensive view of the complexities surrounding animal use in research.
Focusing on five key schools of contemporary political theory—liberalism, utilitarianism, communitarianism, Marxism, and feminism—this introductory text provides an accessible overview of the status of animals within these frameworks. It explores how each theory addresses animal rights and welfare, making complex ideas understandable for readers new to the subject.