I think that points to my latter point. Companies should be partnering with independent third parties... those with a strong reputation, GLP, and test tanks to be the "guinea pigs." It shouldn't be someone desperate to solve what ails their tank.I am all for advancing but I don't think people purchasing bottle x at the pet store should be the guinea pig. Most, if not all, making this purchase do not know they are testing the waters/blazing trails for everyone else.
I find that very unethical.