Posted: 09.13.2010

University of Wisconsin-Madison scientists
say they want to give the public a better understanding of why they
experiment on animals.

The school announced it is planning a series of community forums
to discuss the animal research program, and allow for a better
public dialogue on what has long been a contentious issue on
campus.

A group planning the forums includes a scientist at the
Wisconsin National Primate Center, a campus veterinarian, an animal
rights advocate and a bioethicist.

The forums are expected to be held every few months and include
panel discussions, question-and-answer sessions and lectures by
invited speakers. One goal is to diffuse tension between
researchers and critics of the work.

The first forum is expected to happen in November.
 

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