Primatology
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Why I Chose This Topic
Science Concept
The study of primatology looks at the biological and psychological aspects of non-human primates. The focus is on studying the common links between humans and primates. Practitioners believe that by understanding our closest animal relatives. Primatologists also study primates to primarily improve their conservation status, perhaps by conducting regular monitoring surveys to inform management strategies, or engaging more closely with local communities to sensitize them on the threats to endangered species.
The study of primatology looks at the biological and psychological aspects of non-human primates. The focus is on studying the common links between humans and primates. Practitioners believe that by understanding our closest animal relatives. Primatologists also study primates to primarily improve their conservation status, perhaps by conducting regular monitoring surveys to inform management strategies, or engaging more closely with local communities to sensitize them on the threats to endangered species.
Application
Primatology is the scientific study of primates. Primatology is a research specialization within the Department of Anthropology because we recognize the powerful influence of selective pressures operating over deep time on our human lineage. Research with monkeys and other nonhuman primates (NHPs) is important for understanding threats to human health that range from Alzheimer's disease to cancer and diabetes, addiction, Parkinson's disease, and more.
Primatology is the scientific study of primates. Primatology is a research specialization within the Department of Anthropology because we recognize the powerful influence of selective pressures operating over deep time on our human lineage. Research with monkeys and other nonhuman primates (NHPs) is important for understanding threats to human health that range from Alzheimer's disease to cancer and diabetes, addiction, Parkinson's disease, and more.
Career Path
Potential Employers: Zoos, National Parks, Nature Reserves, Museums, Research labs, and Government Organizations. Pay: The annual average income of a zoologist is $61,000 with Maryland being the highest paying State offering $91,000 on average for a zoologist. A degree in zoology can also serve as a stepping-stone to becoming a veterinarian. In order to become a veterinarian, zoology majors must go on to earn a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. Veterinarians are dedicated doctors who spend their careers caring for the health of animals. This consists of khaki pants or shorts, a zoo-branded polo shirt, and work boots. Sometimes you must take extra precautions to avoid spreading human germs to animals and vice versa. To do this, zoologists will wear face masks and latex gloves, particularly during feeding times and when cleaning out the enclosure.
Potential Employers: Zoos, National Parks, Nature Reserves, Museums, Research labs, and Government Organizations. Pay: The annual average income of a zoologist is $61,000 with Maryland being the highest paying State offering $91,000 on average for a zoologist. A degree in zoology can also serve as a stepping-stone to becoming a veterinarian. In order to become a veterinarian, zoology majors must go on to earn a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. Veterinarians are dedicated doctors who spend their careers caring for the health of animals. This consists of khaki pants or shorts, a zoo-branded polo shirt, and work boots. Sometimes you must take extra precautions to avoid spreading human germs to animals and vice versa. To do this, zoologists will wear face masks and latex gloves, particularly during feeding times and when cleaning out the enclosure.
