Home / Animals in Research / Rodents Gallery Cupped Hands to Handle Mice Location: Seattle, Washington Group: Rodents Species: Mouse Research Areas: Immune related diseases Handling mice with cupped hands has been shown to reduce stress. Animals that are stress-free allow scientists to gather accurate and more reliable data during the research 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