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Research Chimp At Yale Labs
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Research Chimp At Yale Labs
Orange Park, Florida: April, 1940. Little Alf, six months old, at the Yale Laboratories of Primate Biology in Florida. He was the first son of Alpha, who was the first chimpanzee to be born at the YLPB. He was used in a nutritional study in 1962, and then sacrificed. He would have been 23 when he was killed
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Little Alf, the Research Chimp - A Glimpse into Scientific History
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. This print takes us back to April 1940 at the Yale Laboratories of Primate Biology in Orange Park, Florida. Meet Little Alf, a six-month-old chimpanzee who holds a significant place in scientific research. Born to Alpha, the first chimp ever born at YLPB, Little Alf became an integral part of groundbreaking nutritional studies conducted in 1962. With his innocent gaze and endearing charm, this adorable baby chimp symbolizes both hope and sacrifice. As he frolics outdoors under the warm Florida sun, one cannot help but feel a sense of wistfulness knowing that his life was cut short prematurely. At just 23 years old when he met his untimely demise, Little Alf's contribution to scientific knowledge is undeniable. This monochromatic snapshot not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a reminder of our complex relationship with animals for research purposes. It invites contemplation on the ethical considerations surrounding such practices while acknowledging their historical significance. As we delve into this vintage photograph from Underwood Archives' collection curated by Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported back to an era where primates like Little Alf played pivotal roles in advancing scientific understanding. Let us appreciate their contributions while striving for more humane approaches towards animal research today.
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