Publications by authors named "Alexandra Louise Whittaker"
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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Alexandra Louise Whittaker"
- Alexandra Louise Whittaker's research primarily focuses on the interplay between neuroimmunological responses, animal cognition, and welfare, particularly in laboratory settings and through different experimental models.
- One key study explores the adverse effects of chemotherapy-induced gut toxicity and opioid exposure on central glial reactivity and inflammation in rats, highlighting challenges in analgesic selection for cancer pain management.
- Whittaker has also examined cognitive biases related to housing conditions and social hierarchies in rats, emphasizing the importance of understanding behavioral assessments for improving animal welfare in research environments.
