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Animal Sciences

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

2020

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Relief And Recovery Activities Conducted By The Better Research, Better Life Foundation (Brblf) In Collaboration With The Caribbean Primate Research Center (Cprc), John L. Vandeberg, B. Predovich, M. I. Rodriguez, C. A. Sariol, M. Khan Jan 2020

Relief And Recovery Activities Conducted By The Better Research, Better Life Foundation (Brblf) In Collaboration With The Caribbean Primate Research Center (Cprc), John L. Vandeberg, B. Predovich, M. I. Rodriguez, C. A. Sariol, M. Khan

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BRBLF, a 501(c)(3) non‐profit organization, is dedicated to the advancement of global preclinical research while focusing on the responsible use of nonhuman primates. Its goal is to optimize the contribution of nonhuman primates to biomedical and behavioral research by fostering innovative collaborations, education, training, and outreach. Immediately after Hurricane Maria, BRBLF and CPRC leadership initiated an emergency plan and began to develop and implement disaster relief and research continuity solutions for Cayo Santiago and the Sabana Seca Field Station. The initial action was to provide satellite phones, which enabled CPRC staff to re‐establish stable communication with the mainland and to …