Public opinion in Sweden on the use of animals in research

This study describes public opinion on the use of animals in research in general and for specific medical purposes. Vetenskap & Allmänhet (Public and Science) conducted the study on behalf of he Swedish Research Council.

The Swedish Research Council, on behalf of the Swedish Government, monitors issues concerning the use of animals in research and also provides information and promotes discourse on research and research ethics. This opinion survey is part of that work.

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