National Association for Biomedical Research

NABR Files Petition Challenging the Listing of Long-Tailed Macaque by the IUCN

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Working with recognized, independent scientists, the National Association for Biomedical Research (NABR) filed a petition today with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) challenging the recent designation of the long-tailed macaque (Cynomolgus macaque) as endangered under IUCN listing criteria.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Working with recognized, independent scientists, the National Association for Biomedical Research (NABR) filed a petition today with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) challenging the recent designation of the long-tailed macaque (Cynomolgus macaque) as endangered under IUCN listing criteria.
  • The listing of long-tailed macaques and any ensuing importation restrictions must be based on the best available scientific evidence.
  • "The listing of the long-tailed macaque as endangered by the IUCN sets a dangerous precedent because this determination is not based on peer-reviewed scientific information.
  • On June 15, 2023, NABR filed a petition with the IUCN challenging the change in listing status.

NABR Files Petition Challenging the Listing of Long-Tailed Macaque by the IUCN

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Vaccine, Science, DNA, Crab-eating macaque, Human, IUCN, Therapy, Public, National Association for Biomedical Research, European Medicines Agency, Ageing, Convention, Research, Infection, Biomedical Research, Immunotherapy, Reproduction, Neuroscience, National academy, Foundation for Biomedical Research, Animal, International Union for Conservation of Nature, Biomedicine, Primate, Pet, National Association, Regulation of food and dietary supplements by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Food, Safety, International trade, Hunting, Pharmaceutical industry, Dietary supplement, Nature

WASHINGTON, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Working with recognized, independent scientists, the National Association for Biomedical Research (NABR) filed a petition today with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) challenging the recent designation of the long-tailed macaque (Cynomolgus macaque) as endangered under IUCN listing criteria.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Working with recognized, independent scientists, the National Association for Biomedical Research (NABR) filed a petition today with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) challenging the recent designation of the long-tailed macaque (Cynomolgus macaque) as endangered under IUCN listing criteria.
  • The listing of long-tailed macaques and any ensuing importation restrictions must be based on the best available scientific evidence.
  • "The listing of the long-tailed macaque as endangered by the IUCN sets a dangerous precedent because this determination is not based on peer-reviewed scientific information.
  • On June 15, 2023, NABR filed a petition with the IUCN challenging the change in listing status.

Riskonnect Named a Spring 2023 Best and Brightest Company to Work For® in the Nation

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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Riskonnect , the leader in integrated risk management (IRM) solutions, today announces its naming as a Spring 2023 Best and Brightest Company to Work For® in the Nation by The National Association for Business Resources (NABR).

Key Points: 
  • Riskonnect , the leader in integrated risk management (IRM) solutions, today announces its naming as a Spring 2023 Best and Brightest Company to Work For® in the Nation by The National Association for Business Resources (NABR).
  • This is the fifth year that Riskonnect has earned a national recognition from NABR.
  • “Those companies that made the list of Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® as well as those companies that continue to make the list are truly remarkable.
  • The Best and Brightest awards program recognizes organizations that embody excellence in human resources initiatives and where employees are armed with the resources to do their best possible work.

NABR Urges Trump Administration to Streamline Research Animal Transportation

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Friday, March 27, 2020
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On March 18, 2020, NABR sent a letter to Vice President Mike Pence and Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao urging the Trump administration to streamline transportation of animals used domestically in medical research.

Key Points: 
  • On March 18, 2020, NABR sent a letter to Vice President Mike Pence and Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao urging the Trump administration to streamline transportation of animals used domestically in medical research.
  • We urge the Trump administration to take immediate action to eliminate policies that discriminate against transportation of animals intended for research if they are to operate in the airspace of the United States," he continued.
  • About NABR: The National Association for Biomedical Research (NABR) is America's most experienced, trusted and effective nonprofit dedicated to improving human and animal health by promoting public understanding and support for biomedical research.
  • Together with its sister organization the Foundation for Biomedical Research, NABR illuminates the essential role animal testing and research plays in changing health outcomes and defeating illnesses affecting both people and animals.