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In the early 20th century, scientists around the world believed that many secrets of human health could only be revealed by careful study of dogs. Today, however, there is widespread criticism of the use of dogs in biomedical and chemical testing. How did we get here? Join us as Brad Bolman explores the surprising history of dogs in international science, focusing on why lovable beagle dogs became one of the most significant animal models in What Dogs Teach Us About Human Health.
Brad Bolman is Assistant Professor of History and Environmental Studies at Tulane University. His first book, Lab Dog: What Global Science Owes American Beagles, came out with University of Chicago Press in 2025. His is currently working on his next book, Rotten Beauty: A Fungal History of the World.