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science27 days ago•3 min saved

Lab Mice in Nature: Shocking Results That Could Change Your Perspective

Research at Cornell University found that lab mice released into a natural, enclosed environment showed significantly reduced anxiety and more natural behaviors, suggesting that exposure to diverse experiences and environments can positively impact their mental health and potentially improve the reliability of scientific data. The study highlights the importance of environmental enrichment and may have implications for understanding human anxiety and well-being.

via Futurism|

#animal-behavior #anxiety #lab-mice

science-and-technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Tiny VR Goggles Bring Adorable Results for Lab Mice

Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a virtual reality (VR) system called iMRSIV for lab mice, allowing them to engage with a more natural environment. The mice are placed close to the goggles, which cover their entire field of vision, and can run on a treadmill. The mice quickly adapted to the system and showed responses similar to those in the wild when exposed to simulated threats like predatory birds. The researchers hope to simulate other natural scenarios and believe that their compact and user-friendly VR system could make the technology more accessible to other labs.

via Gizmodo|

#imrsiv-system #lab-mice #naturalistic-environments

neuroscience2 years ago•1 min saved

Decoding the Brain: Lab Mice Embrace Natural Experiments

Neuroscientists are developing more naturalistic experiments to study animal and human behavior, aiming to gain a more holistic understanding of the brain. These experiments differ from traditional laboratory setups and focus on behaviors such as escaping predators or finding food. By studying these natural actions, scientists hope to decode the brain in a way that is more relevant to everyday activities.

via Nature.com|

#animal-behavior #brain-decoding #lab-mice

crimehealth2 years ago•3 min saved

Illegal Medical Lab Unearthed in Reedley Leaves Authorities Stunned

An investigation in Reedley, California, uncovered a large-scale illegal medical lab inside a warehouse, complete with bioengineered mice, infectious agents, and numerous refrigerators and freezers. The discovery was made after a garden hose was illegally attached to the building. Officials found over 800 different chemicals, including unknown substances, and thousands of vials containing biohazardous materials. Testing revealed the presence of at least 20 potentially infectious agents, including E. Coli, malaria, and COVID-19. The lab's owners operated under the name Prestige Biotech, and a criminal investigation is ongoing. The biohazard material has been properly contained and disposed of, and there is currently no public concern.

via YourCentralValley.com|

#biohazardous-materials #crimehealth #illegal-medical-lab