Your Trusted,
Domestic Supply of SPF Research Primates
As a critical supplier, we provide the biomedical sector with dependable, ethically sourced or domestically bred SPF (Specific Pathogen-Free) non-human primates, ensuring the discovery and development of lifesaving therapies.
335 M
Americans will need life-saving drugs
0.5 %
of research animals are primates
568+
New therapies in the past decade that relied on primate models
Why Using Primates In Research Remains Essential
The Science Behind the Similarity
Primates share almost 92% of their DNA with humans, making them essential to developing treatments for cancer, diabetes, hypertension, depression, and more. Their genetic similarity enables breakthroughs like gene-editing therapies and vaccines—advancing science in ways no other model can.
This video explores how research with primates, when done ethically and responsibly, helps save lives and brings life-saving discoveries closer to reality.
Safety And Regulation
From early discovery to FDA approval, primates play a key role in testing safety and effectiveness before treatments reach human trials. These steps are required by regulators and help protect patients by identifying risks early.
This video outlines the research pipeline and how SHM supports it by providing healthy, well-monitored primates raised in controlled environments with the highest levels of welfare. Our work helps ensure that medical discoveries are both ethical and scientifically sound.
Rising Demand,
Shrinking Supply
Demand for SPF primates continues to rise as scientific breakthroughs fuel the development of increasingly complex therapies, such as cancer treatments, rare disease therapies, and autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. Meanwhile, global producers face export restrictions and logistical challenges that are straining an already limited supply chain.
SHM is relieving that pressure. Our campuses built under welfare-first protocols are fully certified by the CDC, USDA, and USFW. This new U.S. capacity works in concert with our trusted international partners to give clients more scheduling flexibility, stable pricing, and a stronger pipeline for life-saving drug development.
We're Solving The U.S. Primate Shortage—Ethically And At Scale
Safer Human Medicine is developing the first large-scale, welfare-focused breeding and quarantine network on U.S. soil. This domestic expansion complements our established relationship with leading overseas breeders, giving reserch teams an additional, dependable source of SPF non-human primates so critical studies can stay on schedule and budgets stay on track.
- Welfare-focused culture
- Domestically bred and highly regulated—a complement to our global partnerships
- Stable multi-year pricing with tailored client solutions
Empowering Research
Ethically sourced or domestic-bred SPF primates give scientists the models they need to ask bigger questions to achieve greater results.
Advancing Science
Highest-quality data accelerates discoveries across a magnitude of disease areas.
Accelerating Hope
Reliable, domestic supply keeps research timelines tight—so patients see new treatments sooner.
Trusted By Clients, Backed By Experts
Contract Research Organization (CRO)
National Academics of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (2023)
National Academics of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (2023)
Mid-Size Pharma
Large Pharma
Join Our Partner Network
Safer Human Medicine collaborates with leading academic institutions, biotech innovators, and pharmaceutical clients—enabling a resilient, high-quality primate supply chain. We’re always seeking new innovators who share our commitment to ethical research and scientific excellence.
So Why Partner with SHM?
Direct SPF Colony Access
Clients receive easy access to their primate colony data—complete health records, so they can monitor colony performance and plan studies with confidence.
Pre-acclimation Service
Tailoring primate acclimation to specific study needs to reduce stress and promote successful study outcomes.
Hassle-Free Support & Service
Delivering a worry-free approach to your NHP supply and pricing—with clear communication, responsive support, and proactive issue resolution at every step. We make it easy to focus on the science, not the logistics.
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