PSYC 363 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Optogenetics, Squid Giant Axon, Ethical Code

• School: Binghamton University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: PSYC 363
• Professor: Romero

Document Summary

Nerv. system of species evolved from common ancestors, may have common mecha- nism. 4 reasons why we use animals in research. Principles of anat. and phys are similar in animals and humans, esp. mammals . Certain strains/breeds of animals can get the same diseases or conditions as humans. Animal models are frequently critical to understanding a disease and developing appropri- ate treatments. We can use statistically-valid numbers of animals we can use multiple animals/get an adequate sample size. Choice of species indicated by: your question of investigation level of analysis (organism, cellular, molecular) extent to which the knowledge gained can be translated to human more basic process can use more distant species. Ethical code animals are used only for a worthwhile experiment that promises to advance knowledge when possible, we use alternatives minimize pain and distress (anesthesia, comf. living conditions) Animal welfare act (awa) regulates care of many warm-blooded vertebrates. Know how to apple equally well in human.