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U.S. Department of Agriculture

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  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. methodology
  3. research methods
  4. experimental design
  5. pilot studies
  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. research
  3. animal research
  4. experimental design
  5. pilot studies

Preferred term

pilot studies

Definition

  • Information A preliminary or small-scale study conducted to determine the viability of the research and to potentially identify adverse effects that may cause pain or distress to the animals.

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    Type: Concept definition

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https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/30929441

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