Basic research

Images of animal experiments in basic research and drug development

Primate with implanted head post and device for the insertion of electrodes restrained in a primate chair
Photo: Israeli Society for the Abolition of Vivisection


Primate with electrode implant
Photo: PeTA


Rabbit infected with scabies mites
Photo: PeTA


A rat having veins burst open behind its eyeball in order to collect a blood sample
Photo: BUAV


Marmoset monkey has a tube forced down its throat
Photo: BUAV


Cat with implanted metal head holder for electrodes
Photo: SHAC


This kitten has its eyes stitched close
Photo: BUAV


Genetically modified, hairless mice with tumors in their groins
Photo: istockphoto.com