Human Animal Science is a regular podcast hosted by Tim Adams and Mia Cobb that takes a scientific view of the world of humans and animals.
Human Animal Science, also known as anthrozoology, is a growing multidisciplinary field of enquiry, and one that produces fascinating topics.
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IAHAIO, ISAZ and all that jazz
Maggie O’Haire, from the University of Queensland’s School of Psychology, speaks with Tim and Mia about the recent Chicago conferences hosted by the International Association of Human Animal Interaction Organisations and the International Society of Anthrozoology. Podcast Links International Association of Human Animal Interaction Organisations (IAHAIO) website:http://iahaio.org/ International Society of Anthrozoology (ISAZ) website:http://www.isaz.net/ image credit: Flickr/RalphHockens
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The Australian Anthrozoology Research Foundation
The Australian Anthrozoology Research Foundation is a registered charity that funds research into the relationship between animals and humans.
Their mission is to promote the understanding and humane treatment of animals by supporting scientific research that explores the positive effects of their companionship on human health and well-being. They believe that this understanding can help us to create a better world for both animals and people.
Anthrozoology Research Group
The Australian Anthrozoology Research Group is a registered charity that promotes the study of human-animal interactions. They support research into the benefits that come from interacting with animals, be it in a therapeutic, working, or leisure capacity.
The foundation also aims to educate the public about the importance of human-animal interaction and how it can improve our quality of life. They do this through running events, such as lectures and conferences, and by publishing papers and articles on the topic.