Intended to inform interested biomedical researchers of resources provided by the Animal Resources Program and of where to access such resources. Lists and describes regional primate research centers, primate breeding and research projects, animal diagnostic laboratory resources, special animal colonies and model studies, biological models and materials resources, animal reference centers, information projects, and institutional training awards. Entries give identifying and contact information, principal investigator, resources provided, and research emphasis or application. Geographical index.

The rapidly expanding field of biotechnology presents an enormous challenge in keeping pace with current developments. In response to the needs of the biotechnology community, hundreds of information products have emerged. A wide variety of databases and print products supplies information targeted to the research, technological, and commercial aspects of biotechnology. For the research community, the most important development is the emergence of databases containing vast quantities of primary research data from genetic mapping and sequencing projects. Traditionally, the journal literature has been the major source of primary research information, and it continues to be indispensable. However, because of the vast amounts of research data generated by genetic sequencing and mapping projects, journals cannot reproduce the data in full, and the primary research databases have become extensions of experimental laboratories. The databases range in size and coverage from the comprehensive databases such as GenBank, which covers all known DNA sequences, to specialized databases focusing on a single organism, chromosome, or class of protein.

Identifies and describes specific government assistance opportunities such as loans, grants, counseling, and procurement contracts available under many agencies and programs.