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Are there differences in how animal research is conducted today versus during Watson's time?

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There is a difference in animal research in present day compared to Watson's time:

i) Animals Right Act is now in place to protect the welfare of the animal - see APA for Lab Animal Welfare

ii) Guidelines for ethical treatment of animal for research- APA sets out guidelines for the use of laboratory animals to advance our knowledge of ...

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