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Monkey Experiments at German Primate Center

The German Primate Center in Göttingen uses approximately 100 monkeys annually for research, primarily in infection research, neuroscience, and cardiology. The facility emphasizes responsible research practices and adherence to high standards for animal welfare.

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German Primate CenterLower Saxony Ministry Of Science And CultureCdu

Marco Mohrmann

What types of research are most commonly conducted on monkeys at the German Primate Center?: Most of the monkeys were used in infection research, followed by neuroscience and cardiovascular experiments. Experiments on organ systems involved fewer monkeys in recent years compared to 2020.
Under what circumstances does the German Primate Center use monkeys for research? Who funds the center?: The German Primate Center uses monkeys for research only when no alternatives are available. The facility is jointly funded by the federal government and the state of Lower Saxony and maintains a large population of around 1,200 monkeys.
What is the assessment of the German Primate Center regarding housing conditions and research outcomes?: The center maintains internationally recognized standards for primate housing and its research, which contributes significantly to scientific advancement and has societal benefits, according to the Lower Saxony Ministry of Science and Culture.
What is the average number of monkeys used in animal experiments at the German Primate Center since 2019?: The number of animal experiments at the German Primate Center in Göttingen has remained relatively stable in recent years, averaging 98 monkeys per year since 2019.
What happened to the monkeys after the experiments, and what was the level of stress experienced by most of them?: In 2023, 79 primates were euthanized, mostly as planned parts of experiments. In the majority of cases (47.5%), the monkeys experienced low levels of stress during the experiments.

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