[BERG] Claridication about the lectures

Hi everybody, I would like to clarify matters for the BERG group regarding the lecture series and to explain my motivation, particularly as I apparently did a poor job of doing so in the initial email. Let me first say that I am not trying to change anybody's mind and people are, of course, free to hold their own views. Moreover, If anybody still does not wish to attend, I understand completely. The lecture series is dedicated to the "memory" and not the man and, by dedication, I do not mean veneration, celebration, or otherwise. The series is named as it is because Harlow's name is associated with two things. The first is research on attachment, learning, and primate behavior. The second is the fact that the controversial nature of his research led to massively increased awareness regarding ethical and welfare considerations in animal research. As such, every other year the lectures will given by experts in the ethics of animal research and/or animal welfare from fields such as philosophy. Moreover, I would like to stress that the research talks will not include invasive studies. I understand that Harlow's name and work evokes passion and anger among many people. However, I had hoped that these lectures would be a constructive way to move forward, both by highlighting the outstanding research in these topics that can be done ethically and without harming or interfering with the subjects and in bringing up ethical issues that need to be considered when studying nonhuman primates or other animals. I hope that I have been able to better explain myself. I also would like to ask for help in two matters. First, any suggestions for a subtitle for the lecture series that would better explain what they are about would be hugely appreciated. Second, recommendations for suitable speakers, particularly for the animal ethics/welfare talks, would be great, too. So far I have gotten some excellent suggestions for the latter, but more cannot hurt. Anyway, I am sorry to be so long-winded and appreciate the time you have taken to read this. If anybody wishes to discuss this with me further, please feel free to contact me directly. Sincerely, Alex -- The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC005336.