Since the first iteration from turkey cages, many advancements have been made in NHP housing. But, are the minimum legal requirements for NHP housing in the US meeting welfare needs? Speakers will review the latest data that informs what NHPs benefit from in their housing environment, how this can impact the studies on which the animals are enrolled, and how programs are enabled or challenged in evolving to meet our growing understanding of these species.
Learning Objectives:
Understand what aspects of NHP housing matters to the animals' well-being
Learn about the impact of minimal and refined NHP housing on research data
Define what goals and steps should be taken to generate change
