Project Proposal

Thesis: Throughout the entire world, research and testing is being done on millions of animals. Although many oppose the practice of animal testing, it is beneficial to finding cures and treatments for a multitude of diseases, new laws and regulations have been instated to ensure the safety of the animals, and lastly the testing is helping to save the lives of many animals and humans alike.

For my research paper I plan to write about the benefits that arise from animal testing, but also list the side effects that come along with the research. I have found sources that illustrate the benefits to animal testing, and have also found sources that are going to counter those ideas and list alternatives that can be used when animal testing is not entirely necessary. Also a source of mine explains how some organizations have teamed up to monitor and ensure the lively hood of the animals. I want to incorporate every angle that someone can take on this issue and make sure that I address all the concerns that someone may have, and make sure to reiterate the benefits that come from the testing.

Three questions to explore:

·         What are the benefits of animal testing, and how do the benefits match up with the torture the animals must endure?

·         Public support on animal testing and does it depend on what the research is for, for example, cancer research vs. cosmetic?

·         When can alternatives be used instead of harming animals for unnecessary research that can be done without the use of animals?