Improving housing for breeding groups of pigtail macaques
Official title: Housing to Improve Welfare for M. nemestrina Breeding Colony at the WaNPRC
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-10985165 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how bigger living spaces can help pigtail macaques at the Washington National Primate Research Center feel happier and healthier, making it easier for them to socialize and breed naturally.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $349,501 |
| NIH project number | 1R24OD037700-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10985165 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pigtail macaques, particularly those involved in breeding programs at the research center.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who may not receive benefit from this research include other species of nonhuman primates or animals not involved in breeding programs.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the living conditions for breeding groups of pigtail macaques at the Washington National Primate Research Center. By installing larger pen housing, the study aims to improve the socialization and overall welfare of these animals, which is crucial for their psychological and physical health. The new housing will allow for more natural group living, reducing stress and improving breeding efficiency. This approach also aims to streamline the breeding process, making it easier to manage animal reproduction without the need for constant monitoring.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved welfare and health outcomes for pigtail macaques used in biomedical research.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research has shown that improved housing conditions for nonhuman primates can significantly enhance their welfare and productivity.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hotchkiss, Charlotte — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Hotchkiss, Charlotte
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.