The Statesman

Stony Brook chimps denied right to challenge captivity

Arielle Martinez • August 1, 2015

A New York County Supreme Court judge has denied legal rights to two chimpanzees used for SBU research in a lawsuit filed by an animal rights advocacy organization.

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Chimps do not speak, but their voices must be heard

Taylor Ha • May 7, 2015

My case is evident: chimps are very similar to humans and possess “personhood,” the quality of being an individual.

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Judge orders Stony Brook University to justify chimp captivity

Arielle Martinez • April 23, 2015

A New York County Supreme Court judge has ordered a hearing at which Stony Brook University must justify its custody of two chimpanzees.

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