"Dr. Moreau" is a fictional character from the novel "The Island of Doctor Moreau," written by H.G. Wells in 1896. He is a scientist who conducts experiments on animals, transforming them into human-animal hybrids. The story explores themes of ethics, morality, and the consequences of playing God. The novel is set on a remote island where Dr. Moreau has established a laboratory. His creations, known as the Beast Folk, struggle with their identities and the nature of humanity. The narrative raises questions about the limits of scientific experimentation and the definition of what it means to be human.