Chimps on Death Row

Synopsis: Looks at the fate of chimpanzees used for scientific experiments, now no longer needed. In the past, they were used to develop aircraft ejection seats, undergo space travel experiments, and test vaccines against malaria, hepatitis and AIDS. Asks if it is justifiable to continue to use them to benefit human health.
Series: Horizon, Series
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Medium: Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 50 min.
Year of production: 1998
Availability: Sale; 2000 sale: £99.00 (+VAT +p&p)
Notes: Broadcast on BBC2 on 1/10/98.
Subjects: Medical sciences
Keywords: chimpanzees; laboratory animals; scientific research

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