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Published on: July 16, 2009
The Yerkes Regional Primate Research Center
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association
|September 1, 1978
Summary
This research details a primate center with over 1,500 animals across 30 species. Key projects focus on neural and behavioral studies, including language acquisition and experimental pathology.
Area of Science:
- Primate research
- Neuroscience
- Behavioral science
Background:
- The center has grown to house over 1,500 non-human primates.
- The collection represents more than 30 diverse species, including great apes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the development and organization of a large primate research center.
- To highlight key research areas and ongoing projects.
Main Methods:
- Organizational development and description of the primate center.
- Overview of research projects in neural and behavioral fields.
Main Results:
- The center successfully houses a large and diverse primate population.
- Significant research is being conducted in neural and behavioral domains.
Conclusions:
- The primate center is a well-established resource for a wide range of scientific investigations.
- Research efforts encompass critical areas such as language acquisition and experimental pathology.
