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Policy on the Care and Use of Non-Human Primates for Scientific Purposes

The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) is the main funding body for biomedical research in Australia. The use of animals is crucial to a high proportion of NHMRC-funded research designed to find better ways of preventing, treating and curing human disease, as there are many situations where no alternatives exist.

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Published year: 2003
Available in print: No
Status: Current

Reference No: EA14
Further information: nhmrc.publications@nhmrc.gov.au

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Synopsis of publication:

The document is intended to:

  • detail the NHMRC policy for the care and use of non-human primates for scientific purposes
  • outline basic principles for care and use of non-human primates
  • assist AECs in considering applications for the use of non-human primates for scientific purposes

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