Biomere has the largest NHP facility in New England. Our NHP program includes a large colony of naïve and non-naïve cynomolgus and rhesus macaques supporting PK/PD discovery research. We utilize a variety of different compound administration and sample collection techniques. We are proficient in conducting xenograft studies, as well as large and varied tissue biopsy and intrathecal programs.
Our rapid study start time sets us apart and continues to be a reliable staple supporting our clients’ discovery-based NHP studies.
Examples of comparative PK and flow cytometry data below:
Enrichment is an integral part of daily husbandry and animal care. Our behavior and enrichment team partners with our animal care teams to assure enrichment programs are biologically relevant. Our programs provide opportunities for hiding, social interactions, species appropriate locomotion, manipulanda, foraging and feeding. These specialized programs prevent or reduce the occurrence abnormal behaviors and assure, through consistency, that enrichment value is not lost over time.
In addition to dietary enrichment, manipulanda objects, and hanging devices our NHPs are provided sensory enrichment tools that promote auditory, visual, olfactory and tactile stimulation. These can include but are not limited to television, music or species-relevant soundtracks, or novel scents. A favorite is our bubble machine. For all species enrichment devices are provided on a rotating schedule to maintain the novelty of the enrichment and to promote the psychological well-being of the animals.