Controversial Beagle Experiments at NIH

NIH director announces closure of in-house beagle laboratory after controversial experiments. PETA and lawmakers commend the move. Trump administration phased out animal testing requirements. Envigo pleads guilty to neglecting dogs.

Closure of NIH's Last Beagle Experiment Lab

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya announced the closure of the NIH's last beagle experiment lab after a scandal involving Dr. Anthony Fauci's beagle-testing. The move is part of an initiative to replace animal testing with technological advances for better human health outcomes.

Cancellation of NIH grants for transgender experiments on animals

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cancelled NIH grants for transgender experiments on animals following President Trump's speech criticizing wasteful spending. White Coat Waste Project applauded the decision, revealing millions spent on disturbing animal tests mimicking transgender individuals.

US FDA Cited Animal Lab at Musk’s Neuralink for ‘Objectionable Conditions’

The US FDA cited Elon Musk's Neuralink for 'objectionable conditions' at its animal testing laboratory. While the issues were not severe enough to require regulatory action, the company was urged to address them. Neuralink aims to help patients with paralysis, blindness, and other disorders using brain chip technology.

Neuralink's First Human Brain Implant Challenges

Neuralink, founded by Elon Musk, faced a major challenge as threads recording brain activity retracted after the first human implant surgery, leading to decreased functionality. The company made adjustments to improve performance. Previous reports highlighted issues with animal testing.