What is done to ensure the monkeys are treated humanely?
Every precaution is taken to ensure that the monkeys do not suffer in any way. During surgery, there is a dedicated anesthesiologist, just as there would be for a human, to make sure that the monkey is deeply anesthetized and not feeling any pain. The lesion itself is very small and precise and spares autonomic function and locomotion [involuntary movement] — the main result is a weakness of the right hand. After surgery, the monkeys are given analgesics to eliminate pain during the healing process, and are constantly monitored for signs of discomfort. Any discomfort is alleviated immediately. Q: How is research on monkeys regulated? What kind of approval is needed for a study like this? A: All work must be performed in accordance with the guidelines of the American Association for the Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care, which reviews each institution’s compliance regularly. In addition, every procedure must be approved by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee before it
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