Research Resources

BIAZA encourages all researchers who would like to work in zoos or aquariums to use the resources below before initiating any projects.

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A monthly round up of recent zoo and aquarium research articles can be found here.

Research Resources

• Suggested Research Priority Areas April 2017
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  • 20th Jun
  • .xls
• BIAZA Research Handbook
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  • 11th May
  • .pdf
• Making Research Happen Compiled by the BIAZA Research Committee, these guidelines provide information on research policy and on legal requirements for ex-situ research in zoos. 
  • 110.18kb
  • 24th Apr
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• Research Support - Guidance for Applicants
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  • 24th Apr
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• BIAZA research quick guide for students A quick guide for students in the early stages of project planning.
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  • 24th Apr
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• Looking at People Looking at Animals A bibliography on visitor experience studies and exhibit evaluation compiled by Harry Schram for the EAZA Education Committee (2013)
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  • 24th Apr
  • .pdf