Home / Animals in Research / Rodents Gallery Acclimating Mice to Humans Location: Seattle, Washington Group: Rodents Species: Mouse Research Areas: Immune related diseases Ensuring mice are comfortable when handling is important for the mouse and for the science. Mice, like other animals, respond well to positive experiences. This helps to minimize or even eliminate stress when on a study. Share this story: Animals in Research Smart Spaces for Smarter Studies Animals needed for research are provided with an environment that allows them to engage in natural behaviors. Housing for rats provide the… Animals in Research Elevated Care in Drug Safety Research In drug safety studies, it’s important to observe animals in an environment that supports their well-being. Double decker housing offers rats extra… Animals in Research Hamsters in High Places Hamsters participating in vaccine safety studies now benefit from double decker housing originally created for rats. After some training, they climb ladders… Animals in Research Small-Helpers-in-Big-Science Hamsters play an important role in helping scientists assess the efficacy of vaccines. Hamsters and humans share similar physiology and immune responses..… View More Rodents