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Our mission is to create/sustain a supportive community of scientists, showcasing indispensable role of nonhuman primates in scientific and medical discovery

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Dr Alison Weiss @dralisonweiss.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
The conversation around biomedical research is often louder than the data. Most Americans support responsible, regulated biomedical research with animals. Explore the full results and methodology, then use your voice to support the future of life-saving science at ONPRC. savescienceoregon.org/poll
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Oregon Voices for Biomedical Research
New polling shows what Americans really think about biomedical research with animals. Explore the results.
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Dr Alison Weiss @dralisonweiss.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
Anti-science politicians and activists are spreading misinformation about science in Oregon. These misinformation campaigns have put the Oregon National Primate Research Center (ONPRC) at risk of closure. We’re asking you to use your voice. savescienceoregon.org/butter #standupforscience
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Dr Alison Weiss @dralisonweiss.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Not every wrong turn is harmless. Misinformation doesn’t just confuse—it can cost lives. Accurate information matters. Protect science. Learn the facts -> savescienceoregon.org/stay-alive
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Bita Moghaddam @bita137.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
“A sanctuary is not a strategy. It is a capitulation to fear and the political pressure that ignores scientific reality” Well said @vincentcostaphd.bsky.social
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Dr Alison Weiss @dralisonweiss.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
You can provide public comment in writing by emailing ohsuboard@ohsu.edu by Friday, Feb. 6 at noon. Please include “For public comment” in the subject line. Your written comment will be provided to each member of the board.
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Dr Alison Weiss @dralisonweiss.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
@jeremymberg.bsky.social @standupforscience.bsky.social @peterhotezmdphd.bsky.social @drugmonkey.bsky.social www.politico.com/news/2026/02...
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NIH looks to turn primate research center into a sanctuary
The health research agency is offering the Oregon National Primate Research Center federal money to stop testing on primates.
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Dr. Jess Hebert @jesshebert.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
NIH and some outside interest groups are trying to force the closing of the Oregon National Primate Research Center, and it looks like they might win. This would be a huge blow for translational research. www.politico.com/news/2026/02...
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NIH looks to turn primate research center into a sanctuary
The health research agency is offering the Oregon National Primate Research Center federal money to stop testing on primates.
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Dr Alison Weiss @dralisonweiss.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Take action TODAY. Provide public comment in writing by emailing ohsuboard@ohsu.edu by THIS FRIDAY, Feb. 6 at noon PT. Include “For public comment” in the subject line. The battles are local AND national. All NHP researchers in the USA are at risk next. www.politico.com/news/2026/02...
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NIH looks to turn primate research center into a sanctuary
The health research agency is offering the Oregon National Primate Research Center federal money to stop testing on primates.
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Dr Alison Weiss @dralisonweiss.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
@standupforscience.bsky.social @prime-dre.bsky.social @simiancollective.bsky.social Repost! Flood the zone!
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
SfN is coming up and SimCo won’t be providing a complimentary watering hole this year due to worldly events. We still love you and encourage kindness and kinship with all simians all around !! ❤️❤️❤️
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Steve W. C. Chang @stevewcchang.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
Very timely and insightful OpEd by Prof. Cory Miller on WSJ. It lays out an important point - Advanced AI cannot be developed in a vacuum without understanding the sophisticated machines we have in our brains. www.wsj.com/opinion/the-...
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Opinion | The Future of AI Lies in Monkeys, Not Microchips
Neuroscience research on primates will help us learn how to build an efficient thinking machine.
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Steve W. C. Chang @stevewcchang.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
Super excited to share this new collaborative work - marmosets use diverse and highly flexible strategies when they cooperate. These strategies are powerfully determined by both social factors (sex, dominance, familiarity) & individual partner identity. www.cell.com/current-biol...
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Diverse and flexible strategies enable successful cooperation in marmoset dyads
Meisner and Shi et al. show that common marmosets flexibly coordinate with partners using both gaze-dependent and rhythmic strategies. Cooperation depends on active social monitoring and is shaped by ...
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
Thank you everyone for making SimCo 2025 such a wonderful experience. Your compassion, creativity, science and community make us strong. Ad Astra!
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
We are so excited to see you all soon !! REGISTRATION IS HAPPENING NOW !!! Come join us at SimCo 2025 in Durham !! Register now for early bird discount and re-share!!! www.simiancollective.com/2025-confere... @janzimmermann.bsky.social @stevewcchang.bsky.social @anitadisney.bsky.social
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
SimCo and the European Animal Research Association (EARA) join forces. At SimianCollective 2025 Kirk Leech from @eara.eu will present the EU perspective as well as EU-Simia Japan 2025 !!! eujapan2025.sciencesconf.org @janzimmermann.bsky.social @stevewcchang.bsky.social @anitadisney.bsky.social
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EU-Simia Japan NHP meeting - Sciencesconf.org
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
REGISTRATION IS HAPPENING NOW !!! Come join us at SimCo 2025 in Durham !! Register now for early bird discount and re-share!!! www.simiancollective.com/2025-confere... @janzimmermann.bsky.social @stevewcchang.bsky.social @anitadisney.bsky.social
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2025 Conference — Simian Collective
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
2025 Simian Collective Conference in Durham. Abstracts and young investigator solicitations: Extended deadline. 5/31 !!!!! www.simiancollective.com @janzimmermann.bsky.social @stevewcchang.bsky.social @neurodisney.bsky.social
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
2025 Simian Collective Conference in Durham. Abstracts and young investigator solicitations: Due May 15th!!!! www.simiancollective.com @janzimmermann.bsky.social @stevewcchang.bsky.social @neurodisney.bsky.social
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
Unprofessional and biased reporting over an even greater unprofessional and unlawful action by UW www.science.org/content/arti...
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University must hand over names of anonymous animal committee members, court rules
Advocates of animal research fear decision will lead to harassment of scientists and others who oversee such studies
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
SimCo full supports the ONPRC and its critical mission. www.nwabr.org/content/our-...
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Our friends at the Oregon National Primate Research Center need your help! | NWABR.ORG
Animal research is often misunderstood, but the reality is simple: this work is a mission of love—for both people and animals alike. Every day, researchers, veterinarians, and animal care teams dedica...
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Dr Alison Weiss @dralisonweiss.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
These animals are incredibly special, people who work with them care deeply about their health and well being. There are serious threats for the future of translational biomedical research that benefits humans and animals alike. Please take action and repost. www.nwabr.org/content/our-...
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Our friends at the Oregon National Primate Research Center need your help! | NWABR.ORG
Animal research is often misunderstood, but the reality is simple: this work is a mission of love—for both people and animals alike. Every day, researchers, veterinarians, and animal care teams dedica...
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Dr Alison Weiss @dralisonweiss.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
Call to action! NHP research is under attack. These special animals receive compassionate care and make medical miracles possible. Please sign and repost!
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PRIME-DRE @prime-dre.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
PRIME-DRE supports the valuable work done at the Oregon National Primate Research Center. Please co-sign this letter to remind Oregonian leadership of its importance prime-dre.github.io/onprc
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PRIME-DRE supports the Oregon National Primate Research Center
Landing site for PRIME-DRE now that PRIME-DE and PRIME-RE are merged.
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Eliza Bliss-Moreau @eblissmoreau.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Currently talking about treatment for Hep C. That treatment dev required 🐒🐒🐒🐒🐒
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Yup yup associate Amy !!!!
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
2025 Simian Collective Conference in Durham. Abstracts and young investigator solicitations: Due May 15th!!!! www.simiancollective.com @janzimmermann.bsky.social @stevewcchang.bsky.social @neurodisney.bsky.social
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
t.co/7JNWcY7CFN Urge congress to oppose the SPARE act
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Vinny Costa @vincentcostaphd.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
The NIH intramural program is a unparalleled in both its ability to do bleeding edge science and train the next generation of scientists. Not renewing Title 42 employees is hellacious. www.science.org/content/arti...
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NIH ban on renewing senior scientists adds to assaults on its in-house research
Policy follows firings of tenure-track scientists and suspension of training programs
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
SimCo 2025 lineup with wonderful invited speakers! More trainee and junior talks to come as well as a program packed with exciting science, outreach, advocacy and ethics. @neurodisney.bsky.social @stevewcchang.bsky.social @janzimmermann.bsky.social
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Save the date! SimCo 2025: August 25-27 at Duke in Durham. With science so hot it makes deepseek seem ancient! @neurodisney.bsky.social @stevewcchang.bsky.social @janzimmermann.bsky.social
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
While we have not read the book yet we suggest that without our NHP friends translation can remain elusive for good
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
Our wonderful friend Scott and the incredible team at U Chicago. www.thetimes.com/uk/science/a...
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The paralysed people moving robotic arms with their minds
A Swedish study aims to restore their ability to feel and handle objects — and gain independence
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David A. Markowitz @davidamarkowitz.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Please share: ARIA is offering £500k seed awards for neural interface projects. Apply by 13 Feb 2025. I've been impressed with ARIA's scientific team and overall execution so far. They deserve your best ideas! www.aria.org.uk/scalable-neu...
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Scalable Neural Interfaces – Opportunity seeds - ARIA
To support scientific and technological breakthroughs, outside of programmes, ARIA Programme Directors can award opportunity seeds to support ambitious research aligned to the opportunity spaces they’...
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
Thank a monkey !
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
We eat Cre lines for breakfast !
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Kari Hoffman @karihoffman.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
😳 thanks for the misinformation alert and action. @simiancollective.bsky.social 🧪
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
Lots and lots of possibilities! If and only if we have your support. Support your NHP colleagues!!!
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
The Simian Collective Mission is to create and sustain an inclusive and supportive community of neuroscientists, showcasing the indispensable role of nonhuman primates for scientific and medical discovery.
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Marc Sommer @neurocircuits.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
There we go
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SimianCollective @simiancollective.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Uber NHP starter pack go.bsky.app/Va3h1Vs
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