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UK Campaign Gains 70% Support to Ban Animal Testing

6/4/2025

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In May 2024, a powerful campaign in the UK rallied for a ban on animal testing in medicine by 2035, capturing the hearts of 70% of the public. Despite 52% of animal testing in 2023 being dedicated to basic research, significant hurdles persist in neuroscience, especially in toxicity and disease modeling. The push for animal-free research is more vital than ever.

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In May 2024, a powerful campaign in the UK rallied for a ban on animal testing in medicine by 2035, capturing the hearts of 70% of the public. Despite 52% of animal testing in 2023 being dedicated to basic research, significant hurdles persist in neuroscience, especially in toxicity and disease modeling. The push for animal-free research is more vital than ever.