At Understanding Animal Research, we make it our mission to keep you informed about developments in the world of animal research. The Churchill hospital operation opens up the possibility that this research could soon benefit many more women in the UK and elsewhere. The next step is human trials. Plastic particles can enter the brainIn studies using mice and computer models, scientists have shown that tiny plastic particles after being ingested can pass through the protective blood-brain barrier. https://www.upi.com/Science_News/2023/04/24/animal-study-plastic-particles-brain/9021682355505/Bonus: FDA no longer needs to require animal tests before human drug trialsIn January, The FDA in the United States announced that they will no longer require animal tests before drugs move into human trials.

Source: Washington Post December 20, 2023 17:18 UTC