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What does it mean?
We followed surgical precautions to save time, labor, and animal lives.
In plain terms
We used strict safety rules to protect the animals and efficiency.
What can you take from it?
Follow safety rules to protect subjects and resources.

Where it applies

  • experimental procedures
  • research ethics

Putting it to work

  • adopt safety precautions
  • minimize harm

Questions to consider

  • How do you balance safety and speed?

Another view

Safety protocols add complexity to the work.

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