Do insects feel pain? While there’s not enough research on this, some scientists are advocating for the protection of insects in research. They want invertebrates to be subjected to the same ethical standards as vertebrates, such as the use of anaesthetics and humane euthanasia. The poorer treatment of insects is based on the previous assumption that spineless creatures are less complex and incapable of higher-order brain function; this movement is a precaution in case we do find out that they can feel pain. Read full article here
Economics
Show off that you’re a small company
This article shows that size matters when it comes to choosing products – but it matters in different ways. If your product is low-tech, people will judge it as higher quality if it’s from a small company. If your product is high-tech, people will judge it as higher quality if it’s from a big company. So, when it comes to marketing your product, consider how your company size fits with the type of product you’re offering. Read full article here