Welcome to the Wildlife Research Center of Kyoto University


The Wildlife Research Center of Kyoto University aims to promote scientific research and education on wild animals. Our three missions are 1) to conduct basic research on endangered and threatened species of wild animals, 2) to integrate different areas of science to create new disciplines applicable to field settings, and 3) to collaborate with zoos, sanctuaries, aquariums, and museums, etc, to promote environmental education among youths.

Recent News ∇
1 Aug 2011 Chimpanzee Sanctuary Uto has changed its name as Kumamoto Sanctuary and has been moved under Kyoto University.
15 Dec 2010 Report of Kyoto University International Symposium: Biodiversity, Zoos and Aquariums “The message from animals” was published (PDF file).
17 Jun 2010 Web page for Center for International Collaboration and Advanced Studies in Primatology (CICASP) is now open
20 Jan 2010 Research with ITP-HOPE project
25 Jul 2008 Introduction of WRC by Current Biology External link: you need to have an access to Current Biology
6 Jun 2008 Dr. Morimura has awarded Captive Care Grants by International Primatological Society
5 Jun 2008 Opening Ceremony Held for Wildlife Research Center
22 Apr 2008 The PRI/WRC Lecture Series "On Human Nature" (28-30 May)
1 Apr 2008 Formal Inauguration of the Wildlife Research Center
18 Mar 2008 Press Conference by the Kyoto University Chancellor


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05NOV2009 Members' page updated.
11JUN2008 Open the page for Yakushima field station
24MAR2008 Opening the webpage