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Apr 18 2012 | Faunalytics

Primates In Experiments By The Numbers

This report found that nonhuman primates (NHPs) have been increasingly used in experiments in the U.S., and 2010 marked an all-time high number of NHPs involved in experimentation. READ MORE

Dec 21 2011 | Faunalytics

Chimpanzees In Biomedical And Behavioral Research: Assessing The Necessity

The National Institutes of Health have determined that although chimpanzees are not needed for biomedical use, they did not recommend a ban as chimpanzees might be needed in future research. READ MORE

Nov 7 2011 | Faunalytics

Use Of ‘‘Entertainment’’ Chimpanzees In Commercials Distorts Public Perception Regarding Their Conservation Status

People who watched a conservation message understood that chimpanzees are endangered and unsuitable as pets, more so than those viewing the control footage. READ MORE

Oct 26 2011 | Faunalytics

The Abuse Of Non-Human Primates In Federally Regulated Laboratories

An inspection of animal research facilities has found that non-human primates are not properly protected by the Animal Welfare Act. READ MORE

Sep 11 2011 | Faunalytics

Chimpanzees Are Altruistic Animals, Study Finds

This study found that chimpanzees preferred to share food with other chimpanzees even when no conceivable reward was presented to the chimpanzee. READ MORE

Aug 28 2011 | Faunalytics

Enrichment And Individual Differences Affecting Squirrel Monkeys

This article covers research done on squirrel monkeys and found that captive monkeys require enriched living conditions to suit their individual welfare needs. READ MORE

Aug 24 2011 | Faunalytics

Chimpanzees Produce Distinct Laugh Types

Chimpanzees replicate each other’s laughter and this is the first study showing that chimpanzee have the ability to mimic the expressions of each other that differs depending on social implications. READ MORE

Jul 18 2011 | Faunalytics

Research Shows Damaging Influence Of Media On Public Perceptions Of Chimpanzees

Media portrayal of chimpanzees has a massive effect on public perception of them, including their size, strength, and being an endangered species. READ MORE

Jun 29 2011 | Faunalytics

The Behaviour Of Captive, Zoo-Living Chimpanzees

This study observed the behavior of captive chimpanzees in zoos and noted down the prevalence of abnormal behavior. READ MORE

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Primates In Experiments By The Numbers

Chimpanzees In Biomedical And Behavioral Research: Assessing The Necessity

Use Of ‘‘Entertainment’’ Chimpanzees In Commercials Distorts Public Perception Regarding Their Conservation Status

The Abuse Of Non-Human Primates In Federally Regulated Laboratories

Chimpanzees Are Altruistic Animals, Study Finds

Enrichment And Individual Differences Affecting Squirrel Monkeys

Chimpanzees Produce Distinct Laugh Types

Research Shows Damaging Influence Of Media On Public Perceptions Of Chimpanzees

The Behaviour Of Captive, Zoo-Living Chimpanzees

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