eva rose read

phd student
phil of animal welfare science

[Jeff Sebo @jeffrsebo]

The NY Declaration on Animal Consciousness noted that we need more animal consciousness research, and this article rightly notes that this research should prioritize animal well-being. An important continuation of the conversation - thanks to the authors!

https://t.co/aEEj9TaHCM

[Jonathan Birch @birchlse]

Good luck to the @humaneleagueuk today in its case against "Frankenchickens" at the Court of Appeal. As you can see from the Court's website, the legal issues are incredibly intricate and complex.

[Andrea Polanco @andrea_polanco_]

“In other disciplines we accept scientist activists. We accept climate scientists who are activists. We accept physicians who advocate for their patients... But w/i the animal research community, that is somehow considered anathema." - Dr.@macaqtivist

https://t.co/1CZaYkmt16

[Jonathan Birch @birchlse]

In this clip, @seanmcarroll asks me whether I think my book is useful, and I say:

[Ross Piper @DrRossPiper]

I'm helping the BBC with a new landmark series on terrestrial invertebrates. If there are any fascinating stories you know of or that you're working on, please get in touch. Pls RT.

[Jonathan Birch @birchlse]

Possibly the most significant achievement is that manifestly healthy vegetarians and vegans are everywhere. This means the industry cannot argue that meat is necessary for human health.

[Jonathan Birch @birchlse]

Looking forward to teaching 5 weeks on animal ethics this term. There'll be no retreading of the old "rights vs. welfare" divisions - instead a focus on what I see as the most promising future directions. 🐟🐝🐕🐙

[Jonathan Birch @birchlse]

A UK judicial review will assess whether planners can legitimately ignore fish welfare when approving fish farms - good to see a spotlight on this issue. 🐟 https://t.co/QjHldn4QlJ

[eva rose read @evaroseread]

@KristinAndrewz Thanks!

[eva rose read @evaroseread]

I wrote an opinion piece about the labelling of animal products and why we need to be more open about what the UK's animal welfare standards permit

https://t.co/Velmx9tfsL

[Lynne Sneddon @LynneUSneddon]

Should vegans eat mussels and oysters? Interesting article on the thinking behind bivalves and pain #AnimalWelfare
https://t.co/zRd28gNOmG

[eva rose read @evaroseread]

Featuring @animal_equality

[eva rose read @evaroseread]

This was indeed one of our findings, but one that I challenge the respondents on! More interesting results on how welfare scientists see their aims, priorities and problems coming (hopefully) soon

[Matilda Gibbons @matilda_gibbons]

Our new paper on a potentially pain-linked behaviour in insects is out! Bees seemingly ‘rub it better’ like we do: (1/7)

[eva rose read @evaroseread]

There's an agro-economics problem here but also a reliance on a very minimal account of what it takes to treat someone humanely. Motivated reasoning always seems to be the thing that holds these types of arguments together

[Philip Goff @Philip_Goff]

I'm more concerned by animal suffering than killing animals. My current view is "humane-itarianism": buy small amounts of animal products from highest welfare farmers, as this will influence the market to improve welfare standards more so than not buying any animal products.

[Philosophy of Animal Minds and Behavior (PAMBA) @PhilosophyPamba]

Save The Date-The second meeting of the Philosophy of Animal Minds and Behavior Association will be held at the University of Santa Barbara April 24-26 2025. Colin Allen is hosting talks and events including a tour of @CoalOilPoint Natural Reserve to observe plovers. Stay tuned!

[eva rose read @evaroseread]

@zoophilosophy @AnimalRising @rspcaassured Yeah that's one motivation behind the current approach

[eva rose read @evaroseread]

A common narrative in animal welfare crowds is that a gentle carrot-led relationship with industry is the best/right/only means by which to improve welfare.

@AnimalRising's exposé on @rspcaassured farms puts pressure on this narrative. Perhaps it's time to reexamine our approach

[George Monbiot @GeorgeMonbiot]

I'll celebrate when you drop the RSPCA Assured scheme, which normalises and legitimises the industrial abuse of animals, and focus instead on persuading your members to switch to an animal-free diet. Until that point, you're part of the problem.

[eva rose read @evaroseread]

Can confirm that it's amazing @DariaZakharova9

[eva rose read @evaroseread]

Registration open until the 13th of June for WoW 2024: Workshop on Ethics and Welfare. Website: https://t.co/zqzwCCfQ4U