Are Animal Models Necessary? Exploring (Dis)advantages and Alternatives

Animal models have been crucial for scientific development, allowing researchers to understand the underlying mechanisms of various human conditions, and are far from becoming obsolete in scientific research. However, the ethics of animal experimentation has been a prevalent question between both experts and nonexperts. This essay tackles the advantages and disadvantages of the usage of animal models while delving into new alternatives that have emerged in light of contemporary science.