Ending animal testing could set back xenotransplantation just as the field is poised for a breakthrough Transplanting pig organs into humans is going to change lives — if the science can continue

https://www.statnews.com/2026/06/09/pig-organ-transplant-animal-testing-impact-xenotransplantation/ By Joshua MezrichJune 9, 2026 Mezrich is professor of surgery at the University of Wisconsin and holds the Mark A. Fischer Chair in Transplantation.