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Southwest Primate Center "Celebrates" 10 Years

Critter News

OCTOBER 6, 2009

Comuzzie, a nationally prominent obesity researcher and geneticist at Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research, recently induced metabolic syndrome — risk factors associated with the human epidemic of diabetes and heart disease — by making the baboons' high-fat diet tastier and adding a sweet drink flavored with high-fructose corn syrup.

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Deconstructing Slate's "Pepper" Series

Animal Person

JUNE 8, 2009

He writes, "The dog remained a vital tool in biomedical research for more than 300 years and was the vehicle for a remarkable run of medical breakthroughs.". Actually, I didn't quit neuroscience as a result of the experiences described, but I did quit working with animals. Part V: Me and My Monkey.

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Southwest Primate Center "Celebrates" 10 Years

Deconstructing Slate's "Pepper" Series

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