COGR Joins Multi-Organization Statement on Addressing the Shortage of Long-Tailed Macaques for Research

A coalition of 40 organizations from scientific, veterinary, and conservation fields has issued recommendations to address the critical shortage of long-tailed macaques—a species essential for medical research and health advancements—stemming from increased demand during the COVID-19 pandemic and international export restrictions. The group proposes expanding breeding capacity in the U.S., launching population studies abroad, fostering international collaborations for species protection, and enhancing regulatory engagement to safeguard both wild and captive populations while supporting biomedical progress. The statement was jointly released by Americans for Medical Progress, the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, and the Foundation for Biomedical Research, emphasizing the vital role of responsible animal research in continuing medical innovation.