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The American Physiological Society Launches Animal Research Website
BETHESDA, Md. - The American Physiological Society (APS; www.the-aps.org) has launched a new website, www.animalresearchcures.org, to accompany its new brochure Animal Research: Finding Cures, Saving Lives. These materials offer straightforward answers to common questions about animal research, including why it is necessary and how it is regulated. The website also provides links to other resources to aid in a deeper exploration of the subject.
The Finding Cures website makes it easy to create links to specific sections of the brochure. A downloadable PDF of the print version is also available, along with a link to order full-color print copies of Animal Research: Finding Cures, Saving Lives. APS also accepts donation directed to underwriting the distribution of Finding Cures to classroom teachers and scientists involved in public outreach.
Research with animal models of disease is essential to medical and veterinary progress. At the same time, it is a complex and emotionally charged topic. Finding Cures breaks down these complexities, explaining basic concepts in a simple but engaging manner to lay a foundation for understanding this nuanced topic.
Animal research in the U.S. is a heavily regulated activity. Moreover, scientists are dedicated to ensuring the welfare of the animals in their charge. The APS has a long-standing interest in animal welfare and is proud of the role it has played in fostering high standards of animal care in research.
Physiology is the study of how molecules, cells, tissues and organs function to create health or disease. The American Physiological Society has been an integral part of this discovery process since it was established in 1887.
Keywords: animal research; animal welfare; American Physiological Society
Tip Sheet: Latest Episode of Life Lines Available
Released January 19, 2010 -- Here you’ll find ideas and information about the short stories contained in Episode 29 of Life Lines (www.lifelines.tv), the podcast of the American Physiological Society. Topics and start times are: 1. How cardiac research on dogs led to understanding cardiac surgery - 01:02. 2. Development of the modern treadmill – 02:36 3. The reasons your memories aren’t perfect – 04:15 4. Why are we sensitive to hydrogen sulfide? – 06:20
Press Passes Available for Experimental Biology (EB) 2011
Released January 31, 2011 - Outlining the procedures for press access and coverage of Experimental Biology 2011 held in Washington, DC.
Press Registration For Experimental Biology 2011 Now Open
Released February 28, 2011 - Press registration for the Experimental Biology 2011 meeting opens
Highlights of Physiological Research Being Presented at EB 2011
Released March 14, 2011 - A listing of the educational tracks offered at the American Physiological Society’s annual meeting during Experimental Biology 2011.
Kim Barrett, Professor at UCSD, Selected APS President-Elect
Released February 8, 2012 - APS members have selected Kim Barrett, University of California, San Diego, as President-Elect effective April 2012. In addition to Barrett, members elected Pamela Carmines, University of Nebraska College of Medicine, Marilyn Merker, Medical College of Wisconsin – VA Medical Center, Milwaukee, and William Talman, University of Iowa, as members of the APS Council.