With National Veterinary Technician Week coming up Oct. 15-21, let's hear from some our dedicated animal care staff members at the WNPRC. Thanks for all you do for human and animal health! primate.wisc.edu/our-services/a…

NABR has filed an expanded petition with the International Union for Conservation of Nature challenging the designation of the long-tailed macaque as “endangered” or “vulnerable” under IUCN listing criteria. Learn more: nabr.org/about-nabr/new…

🚨 BREAKING: NABR applauds the CITES Standing Committee for turning down a trade suspension on Cambodia’s long-tailed macaques. This decision ensures a fair, science-based review — essential for life-saving research. Read more: nabr.org/about-nabr/new… #AnimalResearch

NABR responds to RFK Jr.'s remarks and the FDA's plan to reduce animal testing in drug development. While innovation is key, animal models remain essential for ensuring safe and effective treatments. #AnimalResearch #FDA nabr.org/about-nabr/new…

🐾 Today in The Washington Post: FBR President Matthew R. Bailey defends research with dogs. Canine studies have led to lifesaving treatments for people and pets — from insulin to cancer therapies. This research matters. 🔗washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/… #AnimalResearch

The NIH announcement of no “animal model only” grants is arguably a bigger deal than the pending 40% budget cut. The question is what it really means. e.g., mice + AI = “not pure animal model” grant etc. Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD NIH HHS.gov please clarify. I’m getting Qs galore.

Highly reliable sources tell me NIH will still fund purely animal model grants (new ones too). NOAs (notice of awards) will be more human focused & justification for animal models must be made but $ for new & funded animal grants will continue. nature Science Magazine HHS.gov