- plural of primate.
primates
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The researchers noted that this process does not appear to occur in other species such as mice or non-human primates.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 14, 2026
"When we compare humans with other primates, we are looking at abilities that may have come from a common ancestor," Cuaya added.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
The experts looked at several studies, including one which showed that three out of four non-human primates vaccinated with Ervebo survived Bundibugyo, compared with one out of four control animals.
From Barron's ● Aug. 7, 2026
Previous studies have shown that the compound can reduce the formation of atherosclerosis plaques and prevent vascular calcification in nonhuman primates, suggesting it could also become a treatment for cardiovascular disease.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 11, 2026
Studies have been done on mirrors and animals, and it has been decided that only primates understand the concept of reflection in a mirror.
From This Side of Wild by Gary Paulsen
