Updates on Primate Anatomy
A special issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615). This special issue belongs to the section "Zoo Animals".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 September 2026 | Viewed by 1307
Editor
2. Department of Veterinary Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
Interests: animal anatomy; human anatomy; non-human primates; rhesus monkey; baboon; marmoset
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Primates living in zoos and research facilities sometimes need medical care after being injured. In the case of medical imaging and surgery, for instance, expertise in specific primate anatomy is essential. As comprehensive publications on primate anatomy are sparse, responsible veterinarians constrainedly rely on studies that examine companion animals. However, this reliance hampers the development of primate-focused medicine that safeguards the welfare of the captive animals.
We are, therefore, pleased to invite contributions to this Special Issue, which aims to share recent advances and updates on primate anatomy research. Contributions that focus on any primate species will be considered, although priority will be given to extant species that are housed in zoos or research facilities and which could, therefore, be subjected to medical attention. Both original research articles and case reports are welcome. Contributions should describe the anatomical systems of a primate species for the first time, revisit primate anatomy by using state-of-the-art techniques and nomenclature, or present novel insights into biomechanics.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Christophe R. Casteleyn
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- anatomy
- anatomical systems
- primates
- apes
- monkeys
- research facilities
- zoos
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