Publications

Gene editing, which has grown fast in the field of genetic technology, raises ethical questions. Is gene editing any more legitimate than any other method previously used to edit animal genomes? The issue prompted consideration by Penny Hawkins, head of the Animals in Science section of the British Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty…

Reindeer are semi-domesticated animals that live all their life outdoors. They are not accustomed to human handling and find it stressful. According to the Norwegian scientists, the modern reindeer are no longer as tame as some decades ago. However, reindeer are handled and transported, for example, to summer and winter pastures, as well as for…