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University of California, Riverside 1985 laboratory raid

The University of California, Riverside 1985 laboratory raid was a significant event in the history of animal rights activism in the United States. In April 1985, a group of animal rights activists broke into the laboratories at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) and removed a number of animals used in research, along with research documentation. This event highlighted the growing tension between animal rights groups and scientific researchers, and it had lasting impacts on both animal rights legislation and research practices.

Background

During the 1980s, the animal rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States. Activists were increasingly concerned about the ethical treatment of animals in scientific research. The University of California, Riverside was one of many institutions conducting research involving animals, which made it a target for activists seeking to draw attention to their cause.

The Raid

In April 1985, a group of animal rights activists, reportedly associated with the Animal Liberation Front (ALF), infiltrated the UCR laboratories. The activists removed approximately 467 animals, including mice, rabbits, and other small mammals, which were being used in various research projects. In addition to taking the animals, the activists also seized research records and equipment, causing significant disruption to ongoing scientific studies.

Impact on Research

The raid had a profound impact on the research community at UCR and beyond. Many research projects were set back significantly due to the loss of animals and data. The incident raised concerns about the security of research facilities and the potential for similar actions at other institutions.

Legal and Ethical Implications

The raid at UCR brought national attention to the issue of animal rights and the ethical considerations of using animals in research. It sparked debates about the balance between scientific progress and animal welfare. In response to such incidents, institutions began to implement stricter security measures and review their ethical guidelines for animal research.

Legislative Response

The raid contributed to the growing call for legislative action to protect both research facilities and the welfare of animals used in research. This led to increased support for the Animal Welfare Act and the development of Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees (IACUCs) to oversee research involving animals.

Aftermath

Following the raid, UCR and other research institutions took steps to enhance security and improve transparency in their research practices. The event also galvanized the animal rights movement, leading to increased activism and advocacy for animal welfare.

Also see

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+[[File:Eyesewn.jpg|thumb]] [[File:Britches.jpg|thumb]] [[File:Britches after suture removal.jpg|thumb]] {{Infobox event
+| name = University of California, Riverside 1985 laboratory raid
+| date = April 1985
+| location = University of California, Riverside, California, United States
+| type = Laboratory raid
+| participants = Animal rights activists
+| outcome = Seizure of laboratory animals and research materials
+}}
-The '''University of California, Riverside 1985 laboratory raid''' was a significant event in the history of [[animal rights]] activism in the United States. On May 28, 1985, members of the [[Animal Liberation Front]] (ALF) broke into the [[University of California, Riverside]] (UCR) and raided a laboratory that was conducting research on [[primates]]. The raid resulted in the removal of 467 animals, including 115 [[rhesus macaques]], and the destruction of research data and equipment.
+The '''University of California, Riverside 1985 laboratory raid''' was a significant event in the history of animal rights activism in the United States. In April 1985, a group of animal rights activists broke into the laboratories at the [[University of California, Riverside]] (UCR) and removed a number of animals used in research, along with research documentation. This event highlighted the growing tension between animal rights groups and scientific researchers, and it had lasting impacts on both animal rights legislation and research practices.
-=== Background ===
+==Background==
-The [[Animal Liberation Front]] is an international, leaderless resistance that engages in direct action in pursuit of [[animal rights]]. The ALF's activities include the liberation of animals from laboratories and farms, as well as the destruction of property used in animal exploitation. The raid at UCR was part of a broader campaign by the ALF to end the use of animals in scientific research.
+During the 1980s, the animal rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States. Activists were increasingly concerned about the ethical treatment of animals in scientific research. The [[University of California, Riverside]] was one of many institutions conducting research involving animals, which made it a target for activists seeking to draw attention to their cause.
-=== The Raid ===
+==The Raid==
-On the night of May 28, 1985, ALF activists broke into the UCR laboratory by cutting through a window screen. Once inside, they released 467 animals, including [[rhesus macaques]], [[rabbits]], [[rats]], and [[mice]]. The activists also destroyed research equipment and took research documents, which they later claimed to have destroyed to protect the identities of the researchers.
+In April 1985, a group of animal rights activists, reportedly associated with the Animal Liberation Front (ALF), infiltrated the UCR laboratories. The activists removed approximately 467 animals, including mice, rabbits, and other small mammals, which were being used in various research projects. In addition to taking the animals, the activists also seized research records and equipment, causing significant disruption to ongoing scientific studies.
-The raid caused significant disruption to ongoing research projects, particularly those involving the rhesus macaques, which were part of long-term studies on [[neurology]] and [[behavioral science]]. The loss of these animals and the destruction of data set back several research projects by years.
+==Impact on Research==
+The raid had a profound impact on the research community at UCR and beyond. Many research projects were set back significantly due to the loss of animals and data. The incident raised concerns about the security of research facilities and the potential for similar actions at other institutions.
-=== Aftermath ===
+==Legal and Ethical Implications==
-The raid drew widespread media attention and sparked a national debate on the ethics of animal research. The UCR and other institutions conducting animal research faced increased scrutiny and pressure from animal rights groups. In response to the raid, UCR increased its security measures and implemented stricter protocols for the care and use of animals in research.
+The raid at UCR brought national attention to the issue of animal rights and the ethical considerations of using animals in research. It sparked debates about the balance between scientific progress and animal welfare. In response to such incidents, institutions began to implement stricter security measures and review their ethical guidelines for animal research.
-The raid also led to legal actions against the ALF activists involved. Several individuals were arrested and charged with burglary, vandalism, and theft. The event highlighted the growing tension between animal rights activists and the scientific community.
+==Legislative Response==
+The raid contributed to the growing call for legislative action to protect both research facilities and the welfare of animals used in research. This led to increased support for the [[Animal Welfare Act]] and the development of Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees (IACUCs) to oversee research involving animals.
-=== Impact ===
+==Aftermath==
-The 1985 laboratory raid at UCR is considered a landmark event in the history of the animal rights movement. It brought attention to the issue of animal testing and contributed to changes in public perception and policy regarding the use of animals in research. The raid also underscored the need for improved security and ethical standards in research institutions.
+Following the raid, UCR and other research institutions took steps to enhance security and improve transparency in their research practices. The event also galvanized the animal rights movement, leading to increased activism and advocacy for animal welfare.
-=== Related Pages ===
+==Also see==
 * [[Animal Liberation Front]]
-* [[Animal rights]]
+* [[Animal Welfare Act]]
-* [[University of California, Riverside]]
+* [[Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee]]
-* [[Animal testing]]
+* [[Animal rights movement]]
-* [[Rhesus macaque]]
+* [[History of animal testing]]
-* [[Neurology]]
-* [[Behavioral science]]
+{{Animal rights}}
+{{University of California}}
 [[Category:Animal rights]]
-[[Category:Animal testing]]
 [[Category:University of California, Riverside]]
 [[Category:1985 in California]]
 [[Category:Laboratory animal science]]
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