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Simian immunodeficiency virus
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Cercopithecus aethiops
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Primate T-lymphotropic virus 3
Simian foamy virus
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Ebolavirus
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A survey of serum and dietary carotenoids in captive wild animals. (1/1999)
Accumulation of carotenoids varies greatly among animal species and is not fully characterized. Circulating carotenoid concentration data in captive wild animals are limited and may be useful for their management. Serum carotenoid concentrations and dietary intakes were surveyed and the extent of accumulation categorized for 76 species of captive wild animals at Brookfield Zoo. Blood samples were obtained opportunistically from 275 individual animals immobilized for a variety of reasons; serum was analyzed for alpha- and beta-carotene, lutein + zeaxanthin, lycopene, beta-cryptoxanthin and canthaxanthin. Total carotenoid content of diets was calculated from tables and chemical analyses of commonly consumed dietary components. Diets were categorized as low, moderate or high in carotenoid content as were total serum carotenoid concentrations. Animals were classified as unknown, high, moderate or low (non-) accumulators of dietary cartenoids. Nonaccumulators had total serum carotenoid concentrations of 0-101 nmol/L, whereas accumulators had concentrations that ranged widely, from 225 to 35,351 nmol/L. Primates were uniquely distinguished by the widest range of type and concentration of carotenoids in their sera. Most were classified as high to moderate accumulators. Felids had high accumulation of beta-carotene regardless of dietary intake, whereas a wide range of exotic birds accumulated only the xanthophylls, lutein + zeaxanthin, canthaxanthin or cryptoxanthin. The exotic ungulates, with the exception of the bovids, had negligible or nondetectable carotenoid serum concentrations despite moderate intakes. Bovids accumulated only beta-carotene despite moderately high lutein + zeaxanthin intakes. Wild captive species demonstrated a wide variety of carotenoid accumulation patterns, which could be exploited to answer remaining questions concerning carotenoid metabolism and function. (+info)The prevalence of Balantidium coli infection in fifty-six mammalian species. (2/1999)
A total of 375 fecal samples of 56 mammalian species belonging to 17 families of 4 orders were examined for the detection of Balantidium coli from December 1994 to August 1995. As a result, B. coli was found from 6 species belonging to 4 families of 2 orders (Primates and Artiodactyla) of host animals examined. White-handed gibbon (Hylobates lar), squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciurea) and Japanese macaque (Macaca fuscata) were new hosts for B. coli. All the wild boar (Sus scrofa) and chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes) examined were positive. The highest number of B. coli was obtained from a chimpanzee (1,230/g feces). No B. coli was detected from the animals of orders Rodentia and Carnivora including dogs and cats. The rarity of B. coli infection in breeding animals in Japan. suggests that there is no serious problem in controlling infections. (+info)Optimality of position commands to horizontal eye muscles: A test of the minimum-norm rule. (3/1999)
Six muscles control the position of the eye, which has three degrees of freedom. Daunicht proposed an optimization rule for solving this redundancy problem, whereby small changes in eye position are maintained by the minimum possible change in motor commands to the eye (the minimum-norm rule). The present study sought to test this proposal for the simplified one-dimensional case of small changes in conjugate eye position in the horizontal plane. Assuming such changes involve only the horizontal recti, Daunicht's hypothesis predicts reciprocal innervation with the size of the change in command matched to the strength of the recipient muscle at every starting position of the eye. If the motor command to a muscle is interpreted as the summed firing rate of its oculomotor neuron (OMN) pool, the minimum-norm prediction can be tested by comparing OMN firing rates with forces in the horizontal recti. The comparison showed 1) for the OMN firing rates given by Van Gisbergen and Van Opstal and the muscle forces given by Robinson, there was good agreement between the minimum-norm prediction and experimental observation over about a +/-30 degrees range of eye positions. This fit was robust with respect to variations in muscle stiffness and in methods of calculating muscle innervation. 2) Other data sets gave different estimates for the range of eye-positions within which the minimum-norm prediction held. The main sources of variation appeared to be disagreement about the proportion of OMNs with very low firing-rate thresholds (i.e., less than approximately 35 degrees in the OFF direction) and uncertainty about eye-muscle behavior for extreme (>30 degrees ) positions of the eye. 3) For all data sets, the range of eye positions over which the minimum-norm rule applied was determined by the pattern of motor-unit recruitment inferred for those data. It corresponded to the range of eye positions over which the size principle of recruitment was obeyed by both agonist and antagonist muscles. It is argued that the current best estimate of the oculomotor range over which minimum-norm control could be used for conjugate horizontal eye position is approximately +/-30 degrees. The uncertainty associated with this estimate would be reduced by obtaining unbiased samples of OMN firing rates. Minimum-norm control may result from reduction of the image movement produced by noise in OMN firing rates. (+info)Retinotopic mapping of lateral geniculate nucleus in humans using functional magnetic resonance imaging. (4/1999)
Subcortical nuclei in the thalamus, which play an important role in many functions of the human brain, provide challenging targets for functional mapping with neuroimaging techniques because of their small sizes and deep locations. In this study, we explore the capability of high-resolution functional magnetic resonance imaging at 4 Tesla for mapping the retinotopic organization in the lateral geniculate nucleus (LGN). Our results show that the hemifield visual stimulation only activates LGN in the contralateral hemisphere, and the lower-field and upper-field visual stimulations activate the superior and inferior portion of LGN, respectively. These results reveal a similar retinotopic organization between the human and nonhuman primate LGN and between LGN and the primary visual cortex. We conclude that high-resolution functional magnetic resonance imaging is capable of functional mapping of suborganizations in small nuclei together with cortical activation. This will have an impact for studying the thalamocortical networks in the human brain. (+info)Canine sexual dimorphism in Egyptian Eocene anthropoid primates: Catopithecus and Proteopithecus. (5/1999)
Two very small late Eocene anthropoid primates, Catopithecus browni and Proteopithecus sylviae, from Fayum, Egypt show evidence of substantial sexual dimorphism in canine teeth. The degree of dimorphism suggests that these early anthropoids lived in social groups with a polygynous mating system and intense male-male competition. Catopithecus and Proteopithecus are smaller in estimated body size than any living primates showing canine dimorphism. The origin of canine dimorphism and polygyny in anthropoids was not associated with the evolution of large body size. (+info)Xenotransplantation. (6/1999)
As transplantation waiting lists lengthen because of the shortage of donor organs, the death rates of patients continue to rise. Xenotransplantation offers the potential to solve the problem of organ shortage br providing an unlimited supply of healthy donor organs. However, there are several barriers to xenotransplantation, including graft rejection, potential xenozoonosis, physiologic incompatibilities and ethical concerns. Experimental xenotransplantation studies continue in several areas, ranging from tissue to whole- organ grafting. Clinical studies continue in the area of tissue xenotransplantation. Trials with extracorporeal xenografts in an acute setting to support fulminant organ failure are likely to begin in the near future. The reintroduction of whole-organ xenotransplantation must be based on sound scientific analysis with broad societal input so as to offer the maximal benefit to transplant recipients and their families. (+info)High polymorphism at the human melanocortin 1 receptor locus. (7/1999)
Variation in human skin/hair pigmentation is due to varied amounts of eumelanin (brown/black melanins) and phaeomelanin (red/yellow melanins) produced by the melanocytes. The melanocortin 1 receptor (MC1R) is a regulator of eu- and phaeomelanin production in the melanocytes, and MC1R mutations causing coat color changes are known in many mammals. We have sequenced the MC1R gene in 121 individuals sampled from world populations with an emphasis on Asian populations. We found variation at five nonsynonymous sites (resulting in the variants Arg67Gln, Asp84Glu, Val92Met, Arg151Cys, and Arg163Gln), but at only one synonymous site (A942G). Interestingly, the human consensus protein sequence is observed in all 25 African individuals studied, but at lower frequencies in the other populations examined, especially in East and Southeast Asians. The Arg163Gln variant is absent in the Africans studied, almost absent in Europeans, and at a low frequency (7%) in Indians, but is at an exceptionally high frequency (70%) in East and Southeast Asians. The MC1R gene in common and pygmy chimpanzees, gorilla, orangutan, and baboon was sequenced to study the evolution of MC1R. The ancestral human MC1R sequence is identical to the human consensus protein sequence, while MC1R varies considerably among higher primates. A comparison of the rates of substitution in genes in the melanocortin receptor family indicates that MC1R has evolved the fastest. In addition, the nucleotide diversity at the MC1R locus is shown to be several times higher than the average nucleotide diversity in human populations, possibly due to diversifying selection. (+info)Branching out in locomotion: the mechanics of perch use in birds and primates. (8/1999)
Many animals use thin perches, such as the branches of trees, as locomotory substrates. In this paper, I have reviewed the literature concerned with measurements of locomotory forces made by birds and primates on thin and flexible substrates. Through a knowledge of the locomotory forces exerted by animals when using different substrates, the mechanical cost of their use can be established. We are just beginning to learn about the magnitude and patterns of force production in various branch-using vertebrates, primarily as a result of the development of instrumented perches. Instrumented perches have been designed to measure the forces produced by birds and primates when leaping from rigid and flexible horizontal and flexible vertical perches, and also from instrumented handgrips during brachiation. The development of these techniques for birds and primates allows us to compare the way in which they use perches as locomotory substrates. In both birds and primates, the magnitudes of landing forces are smaller than those during take-off. Two explanations have been proposed; the difference is either a consequence of perch compliance or it is a strategic decision to be cautious of 'new' perches. Leaps from flexible perches may be somewhat inefficient because considerable energy is dissipated in bending the perch, and this energy may remain unrecovered when the animal leaves contact with the perch. (+info)Some common types of monkey diseases include:
1. Simian immunodeficiency virus (SIV): A virus that affects nonhuman primates and is closely related to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). SIV can be transmitted to humans through contact with infected animals or contaminated needles.
2. Ebola virus disease: A severe and often deadly illness caused by the Ebola virus, which is transmitted through contact with infected bodily fluids.
3. Herpes B virus: A virus that can cause a range of illnesses in nonhuman primates, including respiratory infections, skin lesions, and neurological symptoms.
4. Tuberculosis: A bacterial infection that affects both humans and nonhuman primates, and is transmitted through the air when an infected animal or person coughs or sneezes.
5. Rabies: A viral infection that affects the central nervous system and can be transmitted to humans through contact with infected animals, usually through bites or scratches.
6. Yellow fever: A viral infection that is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito, and can cause fever, jaundice, and hemorrhagic symptoms.
7. Kyasanur Forest disease: A viral infection that is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected tick, and can cause fever, headache, and hemorrhagic symptoms.
8. Monkeypox: A viral infection that is similar to smallpox and is transmitted to humans through contact with infected animals or contaminated surfaces.
9. Meningitis: An inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, which can be caused by a range of bacterial and viral infections.
10. Encephalitis: An inflammation of the brain, which can be caused by a range of viral and bacterial infections.
It is important to note that many of these diseases are rare in humans and may not be commonly encountered in everyday practice. However, it is important for healthcare providers to be aware of these diseases and their potential transmission routes in order to provide appropriate care and prevention measures for patients.
1. Simian immunodeficiency virus (SIV): A retrovirus that affects nonhuman primates and is similar to HIV in humans. SIV can be transmitted through bites, sexual contact, or mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy or childbirth.
2. Ebola virus: A highly contagious and deadly viral disease that affects primates and humans. Ebola is transmitted through contact with infected bodily fluids, such as blood, sweat, and saliva.
3. Marburg virus: Another deadly viral disease that affects primates and humans, similar to Ebola. Marburg is also transmitted through contact with infected bodily fluids.
4. Tuberculosis: A bacterial infection that affects the lungs and other organs, and can be transmitted to humans from infected nonhuman primates.
5. Malaria: A parasitic infection that affects humans and many species of nonhuman primates, including apes. Plasmodium parasites are transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes.
6. Herpes B virus: A viral infection that can cause a range of diseases in nonhuman primates, including respiratory and gastrointestinal symptoms.
7. Yaws: A bacterial infection that affects humans and nonhuman primates, causing skin lesions and joint pain.
8. Leishmaniasis: A parasitic infection that affects humans and many species of nonhuman primates, including apes. Leishmaniasis is caused by a protozoan parasite transmitted through the bite of infected sandflies.
9. Trypanosomiasis: A parasitic infection also known as sleeping sickness, which affects humans and many species of nonhuman primates, including apes. Trypanosomiasis is caused by a protozoan parasite transmitted through the bite of infected tsetse flies.
10. Tuberculosis: A bacterial infection that affects humans and many species of nonhuman primates, including apes. Mycobacterium tuberculosis is transmitted through respiratory droplets or contact with infected individuals.
1) They share similarities with humans: Many animal species share similar biological and physiological characteristics with humans, making them useful for studying human diseases. For example, mice and rats are often used to study diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer because they have similar metabolic and cardiovascular systems to humans.
2) They can be genetically manipulated: Animal disease models can be genetically engineered to develop specific diseases or to model human genetic disorders. This allows researchers to study the progression of the disease and test potential treatments in a controlled environment.
3) They can be used to test drugs and therapies: Before new drugs or therapies are tested in humans, they are often first tested in animal models of disease. This allows researchers to assess the safety and efficacy of the treatment before moving on to human clinical trials.
4) They can provide insights into disease mechanisms: Studying disease models in animals can provide valuable insights into the underlying mechanisms of a particular disease. This information can then be used to develop new treatments or improve existing ones.
5) Reduces the need for human testing: Using animal disease models reduces the need for human testing, which can be time-consuming, expensive, and ethically challenging. However, it is important to note that animal models are not perfect substitutes for human subjects, and results obtained from animal studies may not always translate to humans.
6) They can be used to study infectious diseases: Animal disease models can be used to study infectious diseases such as HIV, TB, and malaria. These models allow researchers to understand how the disease is transmitted, how it progresses, and how it responds to treatment.
7) They can be used to study complex diseases: Animal disease models can be used to study complex diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. These models allow researchers to understand the underlying mechanisms of the disease and test potential treatments.
8) They are cost-effective: Animal disease models are often less expensive than human clinical trials, making them a cost-effective way to conduct research.
9) They can be used to study drug delivery: Animal disease models can be used to study drug delivery and pharmacokinetics, which is important for developing new drugs and drug delivery systems.
10) They can be used to study aging: Animal disease models can be used to study the aging process and age-related diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. This allows researchers to understand how aging contributes to disease and develop potential treatments.
Symptoms of Ebola hemorrhagic fever typically begin within 2 to 21 days after exposure and can include:
* Fever
* Headache
* Muscle pain
* Fatigue
* Diarrhea
* Vomiting
* Abdominal pain
* Rash
* Bleeding, including nosebleeds, gum bleeding, and internal bleeding
In severe cases, Ebola hemorrhagic fever can lead to:
* Organ failure
* Septic shock
* Hypovolemia (low blood volume)
* Coagulopathy (abnormal blood clotting)
Ebola hemorrhagic fever is diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, laboratory tests, and medical imaging. Treatment is primarily focused on supporting the body's vital functions and managing symptoms, and can include:
* Fluid replacement and hydration therapy
* Oxygen therapy
* Pain management
* Restoration of blood clotting factors
There is no specific cure for Ebola hemorrhagic fever, and the disease has a high mortality rate, with rates ranging from 25% to 90% in past outbreaks. However, with early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, survival rates can improve.
Prevention is key to controlling outbreaks of Ebola hemorrhagic fever, and measures include:
* Implementing infection control practices, such as wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and proper cleaning and disinfection
* Avoiding contact with infected individuals and animals
* Screening for symptoms before allowing individuals to travel
* Implementing quarantine and isolation measures for infected individuals
There are also several experimental treatments and vaccines being developed to prevent and treat Ebola hemorrhagic fever, including:
* ZMapp, a cocktail of monoclonal antibodies that have been shown to be effective in treating the disease
* Brincidofovir, an antiviral drug that has shown promise in treating Ebola in non-human primates
* VSV-EBOV, a vaccine that has shown protection against Ebola in non-human primates and is currently being tested in humans.
Overall, while there is no specific cure for Ebola hemorrhagic fever, early diagnosis and appropriate treatment can improve survival rates, and prevention measures are critical to controlling outbreaks of the disease.
SAIDS was first identified in the 1980s in monkeys that were being used in research laboratories, and it has since been studied extensively as a model for HIV/AIDS research. Like HIV/AIDS, SAIDS is caused by the transmission of a virus from one animal to another through contact with infected bodily fluids, such as blood or semen.
The symptoms of SAIDS are similar to those of HIV/AIDS and include fever, fatigue, weight loss, and opportunistic infections. As the disease progresses, animals may also experience neurological symptoms, such as seizures and difficulty coordinating movements.
There is currently no cure for SAIDS, and treatment is focused on managing the symptoms and preventing complications. Research into the disease has led to a greater understanding of the immunopathogenesis of HIV/AIDS and has contributed to the development of new therapies for the disease.
SAIDS is important in medical research because it provides a valuable model for studying the immunopathogenesis of HIV/AIDS and for testing new therapies and vaccines. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of strict safety protocols when working with infectious agents, particularly in laboratory settings.
MPTP (1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine) poisoning is a type of toxicity that occurs when the brain is exposed to high levels of this substance. MPTP is a synthetic compound that was originally developed as a drug for treating Parkinson's disease, but it was found to be too toxic for human use.
MPTP poisoning can cause severe and irreversible damage to the brain's dopamine-producing neurons, leading to a condition called parkinsonism. Symptoms of MPTP poisoning include muscle rigidity, tremors, bradykinesia (slowness of movement), and changes in mood and cognitive function.
The diagnosis of MPTP poisoning is based on a combination of clinical findings and laboratory tests, including blood and urine analysis for the presence of MPTP or its metabolites. Treatment of MPTP poisoning typically involves supportive care, such as management of symptoms and prevention of complications, as well as medications to reduce dopamine levels in the brain.
MPTP poisoning can occur through intentional exposure (e.g., suicide attempt) or accidental exposure (e.g., ingestion of contaminated food or water). It is important for healthcare providers to be aware of the risks and signs of MPTP poisoning, as prompt diagnosis and treatment can help prevent long-term neurological damage and improve outcomes for affected individuals.
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1989
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Nonhuman primate4
- The NIA Nonhuman Primate Tissue Bank is a repository of tissues collected from nonhuman primate (NHP) species under a contractual arrangement with the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center (WNPRC). (nih.gov)
- Tissues from the NIA Nonhuman Primate Tissue Bank are available at no cost to investigators conducting aging research studies funded by the NIH, other United States (U.S.) government agencies, and U.S. non-profit organizations. (nih.gov)
- The NIA Nonhuman Primate Tissue Bank collects and archives tissue from necropsies performed at National Primate Research Centers, universities, and research facilities with primate colonies nationwide. (nih.gov)
- To request tissues from the Nonhuman Primate Tissue Bank, use the request form below and email it to Heidi Brogdon [email protected] . (nih.gov)
Macaques7
- During quarantine in a primate facility in Virginia, numerous macaques died, some with findings consistent with simian hemorrhagic fever (SHF). (cdc.gov)
- China is the second-most primate-rich country in Asia, with 25 known species of non-human primates, including lorises, macaques, langurs, snub-nosed monkeys, and gibbons. (mongabay.com)
- While at Duke, Tung investigated the genetic and genomic consequences of social environmental variation in baboons, rhesus macaques, and other social mammals, as well as the role of behavior in primate hybridization. (nih.gov)
- To provide exceptional care to a variety of small primates such as macaques, gibbons, capuchins, and marmosets. (aazk.org)
- Sulawesi has only two primate genera, Tarsius and Macaques, but these have diversified into more species than those same genera on other islands of Indonesia. (theconversation.com)
- Hybrids and back-crosses of Sulawesi macaques are also renowned, making Sulawesi an important field laboratory for the study of genetics and primate evolution. (theconversation.com)
- A recent study of rhesus macaques, which are among our close primate relatives, offers relevant insights into the first question. (nih.gov)
Monkeys7
- The only previous documentation of transmission of this family of virus from primates to humans occurred in 1967, when African monkeys infected with Marburg virus were imported into Europe (4). (cdc.gov)
- But significantly, their teeth were much like those of lemurs, monkeys, apes and humans--an indication that they were closely related to the direct ancestors of all modern primates. (amnh.org)
- In November 1989, infections caused by a filovirus closely related to Ebola virus were detected in cynomolgus (Macaca fascicularis) monkeys imported from the Philippines and held in a primate quarantine facility in Virginia (1). (cdc.gov)
- Extensive investigation at transit points in Amsterdam and New York did not implicate cross-infection of the monkeys by African primates. (cdc.gov)
- In December, a telephone survey of 40 other U.S. primate importers identified another shipment of cynomolgus monkeys that had arrived in Pennsylvania from the Philippines on November 28 and in which a number of unexplained deaths had occurred shortly after arrival. (cdc.gov)
- Inspection of the four major holding facilities in the Philippines, including the facility that had supplied the monkeys in Virginia, did not identify unusual illness compatible with Ebola virus disease in either workers or nonhuman primates. (cdc.gov)
- Even the most cursory investigation reveals that there's something rotten at the WaNPRC, and science and the monkeys are suffering because of it," says PETA primate scientist and former WaNPRC researcher Dr. Lisa Jones-Engel. (peta.org)
Species of primates2
- Humans are among more than 200 species of primates living on Earth today--one of the latest products of a long history of primate evolution. (amnh.org)
- China has some 25 species of primates, of which 15 to 18 have fewer than 3,000 individuals surviving in the wild, according to a new study. (mongabay.com)
Small primates1
- Soon, groups of small primates were flourishing in forests around the world. (amnh.org)
Quarantine2
- Appropriate guidelines for management of newly imported primates have been sent to all U.S. primate importation and quarantine facilities, and surveillance for hemorrhagic disease in staff members and in recently imported primates is being instituted. (cdc.gov)
- Nonetheless, CDC has developed the following interim guidelines that update and modify the procedures used in the transportation and quarantine of nonhuman primates. (cdc.gov)
Enrichment3
- Help team develop and provide stimulating enrichment for afore mentioned species of NH primates. (aazk.org)
- The plan, at a minimum, must address social grouping, environmental enrichment, nonhuman primates requiring special attention, as wel as restraint devices and exemptions to individual nonhuman primates from participation in the environment enhancement plan (AWR, 1991. (nih.gov)
- Physical enrichment for nonhuman primates may include but are not limited to enhancing the animal's physical environment, changing size or complexity of enclosure, cage furniture, manipulanda, visual barriers, varied substrate and forage material, perches, nest boxes, climbing structures, and swings. (nih.gov)
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- Primates;2023 Aug 09. (bvsalud.org)
Genome1
- With this genome sequence, and targeted sequencing on samples from dozens of colugo museum specimens, the team concluded that colugos are primates' closest living relatives, despite their physical resemblance to treeshrews. (genomeweb.com)
Evolution4
- The evolution of the primates is written in the fossil record. (amnh.org)
- Our results imply that any morphological similarities shared by colugos and treeshrews are due to convergent evolution or represent primitive characters lost in the primate ancestor," co-corresponding author William Murphy, a genetics researcher at Texas A&M, and his colleagues wrote. (genomeweb.com)
- E]volutionary questions surrounding dermopteran origins and taxonomic diversity remain unresolved, despite their importance to the interpretation of early primate origins and evolution, and to developing effective conservation strategies, respectively," the study's authors wrote. (genomeweb.com)
- Evolution of acidic mammalian chitinase genes (CHIA) is related to body mass and insectivory in primates. (kent.edu)
Humans2
- My biggest concern, perhaps of all the co-authors', is wondering how much time the primates in China still have to co-exist with humans. (mongabay.com)
- Research with animals, including non-human primates, has enabled the development of treatments and cures for a host of devastating diseases and conditions in humans, and continues to revolutionize our understanding of health and disease. (nih.gov)
Genes4
- Using the colugo for comparison, on the other hand, the researchers picked up brain-related genes that have undergone positive selection in the primate lineage since the split from the colugo group. (genomeweb.com)
- Retained duplications and deletions of CYP2C genes among catarrhine primates. (kent.edu)
- Among other things, it allows researchers to examine how different genes and gene networks affect primate brain development, and to identify potential genetic targets for therapy in developmental disorders. (nih.gov)
- Experimental evidence shows these genes prolong the development of stem cells that generate neurons in the cerebral cortex, which in turn enables the human brain to produce more mature cortical neurons and, thus, build a bigger cerebral cortex than our fellow primates. (nih.gov)
Lineage1
- A phylogenetic analysis based on data for species from eight eutherian mammal orders suggested that colugos fall into a primate sister group, with treeshrews in an outgroup, while the researchers' comparative genomic analyses offered hints about specific adaptations in the colugo lineage. (genomeweb.com)
Infection3
- Fecal IS 6110 PCR was first evaluated by using samples cationofinsertionelementIS 6110 of Mycobacterium tuber- from primates with known TB infection status. (cdc.gov)
- Diagnosis of disease in primates traditionally relies conditions of natural exposure and infection. (cdc.gov)
- Editorial Note: The episodes documented in Virginia and Pennsylvania are the first known instances of Ebola-related filovirus infection in imported primates in the United States. (cdc.gov)
Facility3
- PRIMATE TESTING FACILITY NIH GUIDE, Volume 23, Number 41, November 25, 1994 RFP AVAILABLE: NICHD-CD-94-16 P.T. Keywords: National Institute of Child Health and Human Development The Contraceptive Development Branch (CDB), Center for Population Research, National Institutes of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) currently maintains a primate testing facility under Contract N01-HD-9-2900 with the University of California. (nih.gov)
- Seattle - After PETA filed a formal complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services over systemic, acute animal suffering, disease issues, and violations of state law at the federally funded University of Washington's Washington National Primate Research Center (WaNPRC), the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare has launched an investigation into the facility . (peta.org)
- This document contains summaries of review, deliberation, and consensus decisions by the NIH Veterinary Panel of animals classified as "Not Recommended for Relocation" to the Federal Sanctuary System operated by Chimp Haven, Inc. by the Attending Veterinarian at the Alamogordo Primate Facility. (nih.gov)
Gliding mammals1
- NEW YORK (GenomeWeb) - A study appearing online today in Science Advances suggests that a group of gliding mammals from Southeast Asia are part of a primate sister group. (genomeweb.com)
Extinct3
- But over the past 65 million years, many now-extinct primate species flourished around the world. (amnh.org)
- This 1993 mural by artist Jay Matternes depicts five different kinds of extinct primates, each living at a different point during the past 56 million years. (amnh.org)
- When most dinosaurs went extinct about 65 million years ago, mammals moved into newly vacated territories and rapidly evolved into many new species--including the ancestors of today's primates. (amnh.org)
Behavior1
- Predation is widely recognized as a powerful selective pressure on primate behavior and ecology , although knowledge of predator- prey relationships remains limited partly due to the rarity of directly observed attacks on primates . (bvsalud.org)
Researchers6
- Researchers have achieved a major milestone in embryonic stem cell research: they isolated embryonic stem cells for the first time from a cloned primate embryo. (nih.gov)
- Taking advantage of their unique access to these rare primates, the researchers decided to investigate slow loris venom in more detail, and they analyzed the DNA sequence of the protein in it. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Researchers warn that primate distributions in China could shrink by 51 percent to 87 percent by the end of this century. (mongabay.com)
- Expanding suitable habitat for primates is critical, the researchers say, as is prioritizing a network of protected corridors that can connect isolated primate subpopulations. (mongabay.com)
- Some 80 percent of China's primates are currently listed as threatened (either vulnerable, endangered or critically endangered) on the IUCN Red List, researchers report in the study in Biodiversity and Conservation , which reviewed the status of China's primates. (mongabay.com)
- To see how the primates would do in the future, the researchers modeled the effects of expanding agriculture on primate distributions over the next 25 to 75 years. (mongabay.com)
Origins1
- Other research addresses topics such as the origins of terrestriality, identification of new species, and primate biogeography. (kent.edu)
Habitat3
- The island is an important habitat for endemic primates that is similar in kind, though not in scale, to that of Madagascar. (theconversation.com)
- As forest loss has continued to proceed at a high rate, primate habitat is highly affected. (theconversation.com)
- The remaining habitat of the primates is not enough for them to survive unless the forest remnants become protected and carefully managed. (theconversation.com)
Researcher1
- The modelling in the paper predicted some worst scenarios on primate status in China over the next 25-75 years," Wen Xiao, a researcher at the Institute of Eastern-Himalaya Biodiversity Research at Dali University, Yunnan, who was not part of the study, told Mongabay in an email. (mongabay.com)
Evolutionary1
- Parrots have relatively large telencephalons that rival those of primates, but whether there are also evolutionary changes in their telencephalon-cerebellar relay nuclei is unknown. (nature.com)
Closely related1
- In the past, there has been a debate over whether the two known colugo species are more closely related to bats, treeshrews, primates, or other animal groups. (genomeweb.com)
Participation1
- The primates, belonging to the Global Anglican Futures Conference (GAFCON) confirmed their attendance at this year's meeting, but also said in a statement that "their continued presence will depend upon action by the Archbishop of Canterbury and a majority of the Primates to ensure that participation in the Anglican Communion is governed by robust commitments to biblical teaching and morality. (anglicanjournal.com)
Relatively large1
- Together, these examples reveal the development of features that are characteristic of living primates--for instance, grasping hands and feet, relatively large brains and keen eyesight. (amnh.org)
Protein1
- Prepare and administer proper diets for each species of primate, including a variety of fruits and vegetables, and protein sources including insects. (aazk.org)
Experimental3
- This is the first time an experimental COVID-19 vaccine tested in nonhuman primates has been shown to produce such rapid viral control in the upper airway, the investigators note. (nih.gov)
- Nonhuman primates should be housed in stable pairs or groups whenever possible unless excluded by experimental or veterinary concerns. (nih.gov)
- ACUCs should consider the fol owing questions when evaluating the justification for single housing of nonhuman primates due to experimental design ( Guide ). (nih.gov)
Study5
- Although this study proves that the therapeutic cloning of primates is possible, there are still many hurdles to be overcome. (nih.gov)
- A recent study investigated whether planet Earth's only venomous primate could help us understand why so many people are allergic to cats. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Most primates in China could be wiped out by the end of this century, a new study warns. (mongabay.com)
- The NHPCSG is a multi-center, cooperative research program focused on the study of immune tolerance in non-human primate models of kidney and islet allograft rejection, asthma and allergic diseases and autoimmune diseases. (nih.gov)
- This RFA, Non-Human Primate Immune Tolerance Cooperative Study Group, is related to Diabetes and Chronic Disabling Conditions. (nih.gov)
Survive1
- In this rapidly changing landscape, China's primates are struggling to survive. (mongabay.com)
University3
- The susceptibility to tuberculosis (TB) of nonhuman mal care and use committees at the University of Pittsburgh primates in captivity is established ( 1 , 2 ), although School of Medicine or University of Minnesota. (cdc.gov)
- at the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison under contractual agreement with the National Institute on Aging (NIA). (nih.gov)
- She spent her postdoctoral studies investigating the functional genomic signature of genotype and social environment in nonhuman primates, under the supervision of Yoav Gilad at the University of Chicago, Chicago, USA. (nih.gov)
Physical1
- Providing these options wil ultimately address the physical, physiologic and behavioral needs of the nonhuman primates. (nih.gov)
Time2
- Their report, published in the same issue of the journal, confirms that therapeutic cloning has now been accomplished in primates for the first time. (nih.gov)
- Much of the primates' time, he said, will be devoted to discussing "matters of concern within the Church and the world identified by the primates themselves. (anglicanjournal.com)
Groups1
- I therefore use primate groups with many extant species as models for examining various aspects of the hominin radiation. (kent.edu)
Research4
- Please inform Dr. Tiziana Cogliati [email protected] and Dr. Heather Simmons [email protected] when you have a research paper published electronically or in press or when conference abstracts/posters/presentations are accepted. (nih.gov)
- For example, my research has revealed significant Y-chromosomal exchange between modern primate lineages, and uncovered genetic patterns consistent with the notion of "hybrid origin" species. (kent.edu)
- Tung co-directs the Amboseli Baboon Research Project, one of the longest-running primate field sites in the world. (nih.gov)
- Regulations state, "research facilities must develop, document, and fol ow an appropriate plan for environment enhancement adequate to promote the psychological wel -being of nonhuman primates. (nih.gov)
World1
- Anglican primates and moderators from across the world will gather in Canterbury January 11-16 at the invitation of Archbishop Justin Welby-their first formal gathering in five years. (anglicanjournal.com)
Protected areas1
- Under the "pessimistic" scenario, which assumes that China's national policies will allow agriculture to expand into currently protected areas, primate distributions will shrink by 87 percent by end of this century - that is, most of China's primate populations will face extinction. (mongabay.com)
Held1
- Seven primates boycotted the last Primates' Meeting held in Dublin in 2011 to protest the blessing of same-sex unions in some dioceses in the Canadian and American churches and the 2009 consecration of the first openly lesbian Episcopal bishop, Mary Glasspool, in the U.S. (anglicanjournal.com)
Role3
- In recent years, significant progress was made, particularly through the use of the macaque monkey, in identifying three types of local factors that are induced by the midcycle LH surge and play a critical role in ovulation and/or luteinization of the primate follicle. (nih.gov)
- In the case of primates, increasing evidence suggests that the cerebellum and cortico-cerebellar pathways play an essential role in complex cognitive abilities like the ones mentioned above 10 , 11 . (nature.com)
- This densely folded, outer layer of grey matter, which is vastly larger in Homo sapiens than in other primates, plays an essential role in human consciousness, language, and reasoning. (nih.gov)
Animal1
- The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the nation's most effective animal advocacy organization, is seeking an Animal Caregiver II - Primates for our Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch (CABBR) in Murchison, TX. (aazk.org)
Account1
- The increasing rate of deforestation in Sulawesi has taken its toll on the local primates, which account for almost a third of all primates in Indonesia. (theconversation.com)
Individual1
- At the Dublin meeting, he said, primates expressed the hope that subsequent meetings would be "a primary forum for the strengthening of the mutual life of the provinces, and be respected by individual primates and the provinces they lead as an instrument through which new developments may be honestly addressed. (anglicanjournal.com)