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Non-human primates: the appropriate subjects of biomedical research?
1Muireann Quigley, Rm 2.07 Williamson Building, School of Law, University of Manchester, Oxford Rd, Manchester, M13 9PL. Muireann.quigley@manchester.ac.uk
Abstract:
Following the publication of the Weatherall report on the use of non-human primates in research, this paper reflects on how to provide appropriate and ethical models for research beneficial to humankind. Two of the main justifications for the use of non-human primates in biomedical research are analysed. These are the "least-harm/greatest-good" argument and the "capacity" argument. This paper argues that these are equally applicable when considering whether humans are appropriate subjects of biomedical research.
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