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The Humane Care & Treatment of Animals in Research

The Wake Forest University Primate Center is subject to strict oversight by the institution's Animal Care and Use Committee, which monitors all use of animals for research.  In addition, WFUPC faculty investigators work closely with the Animal Resources Program staff.

To learn more about the ethical issues regarding animal research and care of laboratory animals in general, please visit these websites.

• Alternatives to Animal Testing, from the UC Davis website
• American Society of Primatologists
• Americans for Medical Progress
• Foundation for Biomedical Research
• National Association for Biomedical Research
• The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals
• Speaking of Research

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