The Baboon in Biomedical Research

Baboons in Biomedical Research

Edited by John L. VandeBerg, Sarah Williams-Blangero, and colleagues, this book examines the role of baboons as animal models in biomedical research. It explores their anatomical, physiological, and genetic similarities to humans, highlighting their value in studying complex diseases and biological processes. The book also discusses baboon genetics, disease susceptibility, and the development of genomic resources for advancing biomedical investigations.

Key Features:

• Explores the use of baboons in biomedical research
• Explains anatomical and physiological similarities between baboons and humans
• Examines genetic relationships and chromosomal similarities
• Discusses cholesterol metabolism and early atherosclerosis research
• Covers baboon models of alcoholic liver disease
• Highlights the use of baboons in complex disease genetics
• Explains the importance of genetic linkage mapping
• Discusses the development of baboon genomic resources
• Examines the advantages of baboons as nonhuman primate research models
• Serves as a reference for primatologists, biomedical researchers, and geneticists