A Potential Alternative to Using Animals in Toxic Tests

If animals can not be used in testing without harming human safety, I am all for it—assuming reasonable feasibility. Indeed, developing such alternatives is part of the duties we have as exceptional beings.

Here’s the story: Apparently, human cell lines may work as well or better than animals in testing air quality and toxicity. If this is true: Bravisimo!

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