The Primate Research Laboratory is within the larger Central Animal Facility at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). The Indian Institute of Science has had a long history of primate research. Originally set up for biochemical research in 1965

• Primarily, the primates in the laboratory are used for neuroscience research.

• IISc adheres to strict guidelines from the Committee for the Purpose of Control and Supervision of Experiments on Animals (CPCSEA).

• The Institutional Animal Ethics Committee (IAEC) oversees all animal-related research.

• Studies delve into understanding brain functions, including areas like:

  • Vision

  • Memory formation

  • Attention

  • Cognitive abilities.