The Institute of Ideas's mission is to expand the boundaries of public debate through organizing conferences, discussions and salons, and publishing written conversations and exchanges. They hope to play a part in shaking up a culture that seems to shy away more and more from confrontation and the clash of ideas. The contents of this book include: Some argue that animal experiments are vital to advance scientific knowledge and improve medical practice. Others believe that they are unnecessary, cruel and repetitive. Is a compromise between animal rights campaigners and those who emphasize the needs of humans possible or even desirable?