http://www.humanespot.org/taxonomy/term/85 The taxonomy view with a depth of 0. en-US http://www.humanespot.org/content/how-readable-are-your-animal-advocacy-materials The most exciting project this new year, is the release of our latest study examining how easy it is for the average person to read and understand animal advocacy literature. Specifically, HRC partnered with VegFund and FARM to evaluate the readability of the most widely distributed vegan outreach pamphlets. http://www.humanespot.org/content/how-readable-are-your-animal-advocacy-materials#comments Public Blog Entry HRC-Authored Advocacy Strategies Animal Advocacy Campaign and Program Evaluation Diet and Nutrition Factory Farming Farmed Animals Farming Practices Meat, Dairy, Egg Consumption Social Marketing Vegetarian Social, Psychological and Moral Development Vegetarian Food Products or Substitutes Vegetarian Motivations or Barriers Vegetarian Population Vegetarianism and Veganism Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:00:00 -0800 Carol L. Glasser 4562 at http://www.humanespot.org http://www.humanespot.org/content/readability-vegan-outreach-literature To evaluate the readability of such materials in a more robust and transparent manner, the Humane Research Council (HRC) partnered with VegFund and FARM to test a selection of outreach materials that are commonly used by vegan advocates. The average readability scores placed these materials in the range of the 11th grade reading level or higher, which is three to four grade levels higher than the average U.S. adult. http://www.humanespot.org/content/readability-vegan-outreach-literature#comments Public Research Citation HRC-Authored Advocacy Strategies Animal Advocacy Campaign and Program Evaluation Diet and Nutrition Factory Farming Farmed Animals Farming Practices Fishing, Commercial/Personal Food/Product Selection or Purchase Criteria Meat, Dairy, Egg Consumption Social Marketing Vegetarian Social, Psychological and Moral Development Vegetarian Food Products or Substitutes Vegetarian Motivations or Barriers Vegetarian Population Vegetarianism and Veganism Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:45:00 -0800 HRC Admin 4561 at http://www.humanespot.org http://www.humanespot.org/content/vegetarianism-blossoming-field-study This article provides a comprehensive review of current research addressing vegetarianism and veganism, including research about attitudes, gender differences, and vegetarianism worldwide. http://www.humanespot.org/content/vegetarianism-blossoming-field-study#comments Public Research Citation Animal Advocacy Research for Academic Learning Vegetarian Social, Psychological and Moral Development Vegetarian Food Products or Substitutes Vegetarian Motivations or Barriers Vegetarian Population Vegetarianism and Veganism Mon, 17 Oct 2011 08:45:00 -0700 Carol L. Glasser 4450 at http://www.humanespot.org http://www.humanespot.org/content/why-do-people-become-vegansvegetarians-survey-says-all-above Researchers administered surveys at vegetarian and vegan events in 14 states over a two-year period to determine individuals' reasons for being vegetarian or vegan and past experiences with farmed animals. http://www.humanespot.org/content/why-do-people-become-vegansvegetarians-survey-says-all-above#comments Public Research Citation Food Trends Vegetarian Food Products or Substitutes Vegetarian Motivations or Barriers Vegetarianism and Veganism Sat, 10 Sep 2011 08:45:00 -0700 Carol L. Glasser 4387 at http://www.humanespot.org http://www.humanespot.org/content/environmental-impacts-cultured-meat-production This study estimates the expected energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, and land and water use needed for the industrial production of cultured meat (i.e. in vitro meat). The study authors suggest cultured meat could reduce environmental damage, conserve wildlife, provide food access for human populations, and improve animal welfare. http://www.humanespot.org/content/environmental-impacts-cultured-meat-production#comments Public Research Citation Animal Welfare or Living Conditions Biotechnology Data and Statistics Diet and Nutrition Environment Factory Farming Farmed Animals Food Trends General Animal Protection International Research Vegetarian Food Products or Substitutes Vegetarianism and Veganism Fri, 29 Jul 2011 08:45:00 -0700 Carol L. Glasser 4320 at http://www.humanespot.org http://www.humanespot.org/content/cloned-food-not-everyone-has-same-opinion This article discusses recent research based on surveys of undergraduates in France, Ireland, and the United States. The study investigates how attitudes vary internationally, as well as by the respondents' discipline of study. http://www.humanespot.org/content/cloned-food-not-everyone-has-same-opinion#comments Public Research Citation Biotechnology Diet and Nutrition Farmed Animals Food Trends Food/Product Selection or Purchase Criteria General Animal Protection Vegetarian Food Products or Substitutes Fri, 01 Jul 2011 08:45:00 -0700 Carol L. Glasser 4273 at http://www.humanespot.org http://www.humanespot.org/content/position-american-dietetic-association-vegetarian-diets-1997 This paper discusses the official position of The American Dietetic Association (ADA) on vegetarian diets, which states that "appropriately planned vegetarian diets are healthful, are nutritionally adequate, and provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases." http://www.humanespot.org/content/position-american-dietetic-association-vegetarian-diets-1997#comments Public Research Citation Meat, Dairy, Egg Consumption Vegetarian Social, Psychological and Moral Development Vegetarian Food Products or Substitutes Vegetarian Motivations or Barriers Vegetarian Population Vegetarianism and Veganism Sat, 28 May 2011 08:31:54 -0700 Kmunsell 4215 at http://www.humanespot.org http://www.humanespot.org/content/animal-tracker-wave-4-march-2011 This report summarizes results from Wave 4 of the Animal Tracker annual survey of U.S. adults regarding their attitudes and behavior toward animals. In summary, the results continue to show strong support for humane education and many other advocacy tactics. However, support for all tactics is lower than it was in 2008 and there appear to be fewer people engaging in animal-friendly behaviors, perhaps in part due to the economic downturn. http://www.humanespot.org/content/animal-tracker-wave-4-march-2011#comments Public Research Citation HRC-Authored Syndicated Study Advocacy Strategies Animal Advocacy Animal Experimentation Animal Welfare or Living Conditions Biotechnology Charitable Contributions and Volunteering Circus Companion Animals Data and Statistics Diet and Nutrition Entertainment Animals Environment Factory Farming Farmed Animals Food Trends Food/Product Selection or Purchase Criteria Fur or Fur Trim General Animal Protection Humane Education Hunting or Trapping Legislation, Voting, Political Candidates Meat, Dairy, Egg Consumption Personal Care Products Pet Adoption, Rescue or Shelters Pet Overpopulation Pet Ownership Pharmaceutical, Medical or Biomedical Research Preservation or Restoration Product Labeling, Certification or Regulation Psychology, Social Development, Social Motivations Research Tools and Methods Vegetarian Food Products or Substitutes Vegetarianism and Veganism Wildlife Wildlife and Exotics Zoos Mon, 02 May 2011 09:43:18 -0700 HRC Admin 4201 at http://www.humanespot.org http://www.humanespot.org/content/attitudes-and-behaviours-around-sustainable-food-purchasing This report explores the link between consumer attitudes and actual purchasing behaviors and includes a number of statistics on consumer buying trends. The issues examined relate overall to sustainable food, including animal welfare, British seasonal production, ethical production, healthy balanced diet, sustainable sources of fish, and environmental sustainability. Report findings show a need for food retailers and producers to ensure that labels are clear and effective, and to understand what consumers care about versus what they actually feel they are able to buy. http://www.humanespot.org/content/attitudes-and-behaviours-around-sustainable-food-purchasing#comments Public Research Citation Diet and Nutrition Food Safety, Additives or Diseases Food Trends Food/Product Selection or Purchase Criteria Health, Personal Health International Research Meat, Dairy, Egg Consumption Psychology, Social Development, Social Motivations Social Marketing Vegetarian Food Products or Substitutes Sat, 16 Apr 2011 10:26:58 -0700 Kmunsell 4161 at http://www.humanespot.org http://www.humanespot.org/content/survey-ranks-dining-options A survey on dining satisfaction at Yale University yields general recommendations about menus and meal options. Among these findings, students said they would like more vegetables, and meat and poultry entrees. Dishes ranking low in popularity include vegetarian and vegan entrees, as well as ethnic foods. http://www.humanespot.org/content/survey-ranks-dining-options#comments Public Research Citation Diet and Nutrition Food Trends Vegetarian Food Products or Substitutes Vegetarianism and Veganism Tue, 05 Apr 2011 11:33:32 -0700 Kmunsell 4143 at http://www.humanespot.org