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Two months until ASP 2026! We hope you can join us in Arlington or virtually!
When you register for ASP 2026, don’t forget to order your conference t-shirt! The custom design by ASP member and ASP 2026 local host Abby McClain celebrates the 50th anniversary of the society ⬇️ asp.org/asp-meetings...
Thank you, Mildred, for being a part of ASP!! We’re proud to spotlight your work and accomplishments!
Mildred earned University First Rank during her Master’s degree (2019) and received the Teep@Asia Plus Student Exchange Fellowship from Taiwan’s Ministry of Education (2022–2023).
While in Taiwan, she studied human–macaque interactions at Shoushan Nature Park in Kaohsiung.
Her research is gaining traction, with recent findings highlighted in regional newspapers and news channels following publication.
Mildred works through Periyar University in Salem, Tamil Nadu, India, advised by Drs. Thiruchenthil Nathan and Paul Garber. Mildred and Dr. Garber are working together through the ASP scientific collaboration Program!
This week’s student spotlight: Mildred Berlena Blessy Herald Victor, PhD research scholar studying pyrocognition and problem-solving in bonnet macaques.
Check out her exciting recent publication!
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Rhiannon Schultz, Ph.D., received the award for her project “Developmental and Health-related Variation in Activity and Total Energy Expenditure in Male Western Lowland Gorillas (Gorilla gorilla gorilla).”
🐒 New Hot Topics in Primate Welfare! This quarter we are featuring the work of the two ASP 2025 winners.
Amanda Bartlett, MRes, received the award for her project “Behavior and Vertical Space Use of Captive Callimico (Callimico goeldii): Implications for Welfare.” ⬇️
Photo: Kathy West Studios
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Let’s lift up the next generation of conservation leaders.
If someone comes to mind, nominate them!
For more information go to asp.org/grants-and-awards/recognition-awards/
Who’s eligible? Students, researchers, and educators from primate habitat countries within five years of their terminal degree (ASP membership required).
This award provides $1,500 in financial support and international recognition for students and early career investigators from primate habitat countries who are making meaningful contributions to primate conservation.
Nominations are OPEN for the Emerging Conservationist Award from the American Society of Primatologists! ⬇️
ASP endorses the new IPS statement on plastic pollution.
Read the full statement on our website: asp.org/2026/02/11/p...
Abstract submission is extended to Friday, February 20th @ 11:59 PST
Visiting our conference meeting page for more details: asp.org/asp-meetings...
Happy World Bonobo Day from ASP
Last call for abstracts! Due today (2/13)
All current ASP members are eligible to apply. Applications require two letters of reference.
For more details, visit our website asp.org/grants-and-a...
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Applications for ASP Small Research Grant proposals are now open! The deadline for application submission is March 20, 2026.
Award amounts range from $500 to $2000. We welcome proposals on primate research from wild, zoo, laboratory and sanctuary settings.
Image: Subadult male moor macaque, Bantimurung Bulusaraung National Park, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Photo credit: Josh Trinidad/Project SEED
Check out the Call for Abstracts page for information on abstract criteria and guidelines, presentation types, authorship requirements, and more! If you have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Program Committee (program@asp.org).
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The ASP Program Committee invites you to present your work at our annual meeting, where we will celebrate the 50th anniversary of ASP in Arlington VA June 17-20! Both in-person and virtual presentations are welcome. The deadline for abstract submission is 11:59pm PST on Friday, February 13, 2026.
There are now just 10 days remaining to submit your abstract for ASP 2026!
More info below ⬇️
The committee is interested in promoting the well-being of all captive primates regardless of where they live, these awards are specifically for those living in range countries.
Apps are due March 1, 2026. Visit their website for more details: internationalprimatologicalsociety.org/awards/capti...
The Welfare and Captive Care Committee of the International Primatological Society (IPS) awards grants of up to $1500 for projects focusing on captive care issues.
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🐒 Registration is now open for ASP 2026!
🏠 Hotel booking is also available!
All the details have been added to the meeting page on our website: asp.org/asp-meetings...
🐒 Undergraduate and graduate student members are eligible for the Ruppenthal Student Travel Award. Students must be presenting work as a first author and the abstract must be accepted for presentation. Students living in Latin America are encouraged to apply!